No: 419, 15 December 2021, Press Release Regarding the Inscription of ''Hüsn-i Hat, Traditional Calligraphy in Islamic Art in Türkiye'' on UNESCO Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity

Republic Of Türkiye Ministry Of Foreign Affairs 15.12.2021

Our national nomination file of “Hüsn-i Hat, Traditional Calligraphy in Islamic Art in Türkiye” has been inscribed on the UNESCO Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, during the 16th Session of Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage held online between 13-18 December 2021.

The number of our cultural elements inscribed on the Lists of Intangible Cultural Heritage has reached to 21.

We will decisively continue to preserve, cherish and promote our rich cultural values inherited from our deep-rooted history.

Atatürk

Hasan Ulusoy Consul General
Monday - Friday

09:00 - 13:00 / 14:00 - 18:00

Our official e-Visa webpage is www.evisa.gov.tr. Be wary of using unauthorised websites, as these may charge additional fees for supplying information and submitting applications. Some unauthorised websites have also issued fake e-Visas.
1/1/2026 1/1/2026 New Year
3/20/2026 3/20/2026 Eid al-Fitr
4/3/2026 4/6/2026 Easter Holidays
5/4/2026 5/4/2026 Early May Bank Holiday
5/25/2026 5/25/2026 Spring Bank Holiday
5/27/2026 5/27/2026 Eid al-Adha
8/31/2026 8/31/2026 Summer Bank Holiday
10/29/2026 10/29/2026 Republic Day
12/25/2026 12/28/2026 Christmas and Boxing Day Bank Holidays