Iconic landmarks lit in red for Red Crescent Week celebration in Türkiye
As part of Red Crescent Week, iconic structures in Ankara and Istanbul, including the Second Parliament and Galata Tower, were illuminated in red light.
- Turkey
- Published Date: 03:06 | 04 November 2024
- Modified Date: 03:22 | 04 November 2024
According to the Turkish Red Crescent, this year's celebrations aimed to strengthen community solidarity, promote volunteering, and raise awareness for humanitarian efforts.
Alongside various events held across the country, the initiative saw significant participation. Last night, key landmarks such as the Second Parliament (Republic Museum), Atakule, and the TOBB Twin Towers in Ankara, as well as the Yavuz Sultan Selim Bridge, Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge, and Galata Tower in Istanbul, were lit up in the Red Crescent's signature color.
The event aimed to transform these symbols into a visual feast and enhance public awareness of the Turkish Red Crescent's humanitarian mission, garnering a positive response from citizens.