UNESCO declares Urfa as the City of Music for 2026
UNESCO's selection of Urfa as the City of Music for 2026 was met with joy by city residents and tourism professionals. The decision is expected to make a major contribution to tourism and promotion.
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization has declared Urfa as the City of Music for 2026. With this development, a city from Turkey has been included in this list of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network for the first time.
Historic Decision from UNESCO
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization has declared Urfa as the City of Music for 2026. Thanks to this title, the city has gained the opportunity for greater international recognition.
International Gathering Begins
The UNESCO Cities of Music Annual Meeting has started in Urfa with the participation of representatives and artists from 30 countries. This organization contributes to promoting the city's thousands of years of musical heritage.
Great Joy Among City Residents
Urfa residents experienced great joy upon learning of UNESCO's decision. Citizens stated that this title will have a positive impact on the city's promotion and economic life.
Kurdish Music Will Spread to the World
Urfa residents emphasized that they want Kurdish music in particular to spread worldwide with this decision. It was hoped that the beauty of Kurmanji music would echo all over the world.
Expectations of the Tourism Sector
Tourism sector representatives state that the decision will attract more foreign tourists to the city. Drawing attention to the existence of sites such as Göbeklitepe and Karahantepe, it was stated that tourism will revive.
A First in Turkey
With Urfa being deemed worthy of this title, a city in Turkey has entered the UNESCO City of Music list for the first time. Sector representatives stated that this development will be of great benefit to tourism.