Nasreddin Hodja was born in 1208 in Horto near Sivrihisar. He died in Aksehir in 1284 or 1285. As many as 350 anecdotes have been attributed to him. His stories spread worldwide, reaching China, India, and Europe
"Utanmaztürkler" means "the shameless Turks" in Turkish. Term emerged from Turkish culture's emphasis on honor and shame. Reflects tension between traditional values and modern behaviors
Account created in July 2019 with over 300,000 followers. Run by two best friends: Ayşe and Fatma. Name means "We're not married, we're just friends"
Legends are anonymous folk stories about historical or present events. Legends protect societal norms and provide environmental information. Legends use simple language with supernatural elements
Nevruz is the New Year celebrated by Central Asian, Anatolian and Iranian Turks. Combines Persian words "Nev" (New) and "Ruz" (Day). Marks independence and departure from Ergenekon
Born in 1206 in Hortu village of Sivrihisar, Eskişehir. Received primary education in Abdullah Hodja's medresah. Settled in Sivrihisar due to scarcity. Witnessed first minaret and Turkish Bath with friends