This photo taken on Dec. 5, 2024 shows consumers outside a cafe in Istanbul, Türkiye. Observed annually on Dec. 5, the day commemorates the recognition of Turkish coffee culture and tradition as part of UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage since 2013. (Xinhua/Liu Lei)
ISTANBUL, Dec. 24 (Xinhua) — With a history that dates back centuries, Turkish coffee is an integral part of Türkiye’s cultural heritage. Renowned for its strong flavor, the consumption of Turkish coffee are regarded not only as a drinking habit but also as a social ritual — an experience that fosters connection and brings people together.
Brewing and savoring Turkish coffee is deeply woven into the fabric of Turkish culture, where it serves as a catalyst for lively conversation, enhancing the sense of warmth and hospitality that defines the Turkish way of life.
A worker makes Turkish coffee at a cafe in Istanbul, Türkiye, Dec. 5, 2024. Observed annually on Dec. 5, the day commemorates the recognition of Turkish coffee culture and tradition as part of UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage since 2013. (Xinhua/Liu Lei)A worker pours prepared Turkish coffee into a cup at a cafe in Istanbul, Türkiye, Dec. 5, 2024. Observed annually on Dec. 5, the day commemorates the recognition of Turkish coffee culture and tradition as part of UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage since 2013. (Xinhua/Liu Lei) A worker prepares to serve the Turkish coffee to the customers at a cafe in Istanbul, Türkiye, Dec. 5, 2024. Observed annually on Dec. 5, the day commemorates the recognition of Turkish coffee culture and tradition as part of UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage since 2013. (Xinhua/Liu Lei)A worker adds coffee powder to a utensil at a cafe in Istanbul, Türkiye, Dec. 5, 2024. Observed annually on Dec. 5, the day commemorates the recognition of Turkish coffee culture and tradition as part of UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage since 2013. (Xinhua/Liu Lei)Consumers enjoy Turkish coffee outside a cafe in Istanbul, Türkiye, Dec. 5, 2024. Observed annually on Dec. 5, the day commemorates the recognition of Turkish coffee culture and tradition as part of UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage since 2013. (Xinhua/Liu Lei)
