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InterNations – Uniting Russians living in Turkey

Would you like to get in touch with other Russians in Turkey? Are you in need of help and advice from your Russian compatriots? Or would you like to join other Russian expats on an excursion to discover sights and landmarks – e.g. the Bosporus?

Whether you have settled as an expat in Turkey or are still living in Russia and planning your upcoming foreign assignment, InterNations Turkey offers everything you need: Established in 2007, our trusted community soon became the leading platform for international networking among expatriates and global minds around the world. Our network also counts a considerable number of Russian expats in Turkey, coming from all corners of Russia - from Saint Petersburg, over Moscow to Yekaterinburg.

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Attend our monthly events and activities for Russians expatriates to get to know like-minded expatriates in real life.

Bulgur Palas Tour and Sketch

28. February 2026, 10:00

11 attendees

What better way to discover this unique example of 20th century architecture than through our sketchbooks! Let's draw together to capture our impressions of the grand former home of grain magnate Mehmet Habib Bey, the "King of Bulgur", and its amazing views of the Marmara sea and Fatih district. No

Champagne Problems - Exhibit at Dirimart Pera

28. February 2026, 15:00

14 attendees

Join us explore the exhibit of Champagne Problems by Emma Stern at (...) Protected content (...) The exhibition is a continuation of Stern’s ongoing body of work, which merges traditional painting processes with an interest in avatars and virtual world-building. Utilising commercially available

İftar W/Whirling Dervish Show (Semazen)&Live Music @Sultanahmet

28. February 2026, 16:30

14 attendees

Hello everyone😌 We’re meeting this time for an IFTAR DINNER at Gülhane, Eminönü.😍The restaurant serves Ottoman-style dishes and Kebabs that make you feel like you’ve stepped back in time. We’ll also enjoy delicious food accompanied by WHIRLING DERVISH(SEMAZEN) SHOW and LIVE MUSIC. İFTAR MENU is

Let’s Connect at the March Networking Event!

3. March 2026, 16:00

169 attendees

We’d love for you to join us on March 3rd for a relaxed and friendly Networking Event, where great conversations and new connections come together. This event is the perfect opportunity to welcome new members, reconnect with familiar faces, and exchange ideas in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Dr

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Do you want to continue with your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living abroad? There’s a variety of InterNations Groups you can join, including everything from sightseeing to hiking. These are run by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month, such as dinners in the cities finest restaurants, sports or outings with other expats to explore all that your new home has to offer.