ALBAWABA - Burak Özçivit, Ceyda Ateş, and Görkem Sevindik star in new Go Türkiye İzmir mini-series promoting Turkish tourism globally.
A new production has been added to the “Go Türkiye” mini-series project. The latest production, called “Aşk Tadında İzmir” (Taste of Love: Izmir), is produced by the Turkish Tourism Promotion and Development Agency (TGA). The production, which has world-famous Turkish stars, is currently being shot in the “Pearl of the Aegean,” İzmir. Produced by NS Production, the series stars Ceyda Ateş, Burak Özçivit, and Görkem Sevindik in the lead roles.
FIRST IMAGES RELEASED
The first images from the set of the series have been released to the public. Directed by Hakan İnan, the series follows a script written by Erçin Sadıkoğlu. The project is part of a global promotional strategy. It uses the "soft power" of Turkish dramas to showcase the country's beauty. Previous installments of the "Go Türkiye" series have featured stars like Meryem Uzerli, Kaan Urgancıoğlu, and Eda Ece.
THE CAST AND PRODUCTION
The leads bring massive international appeal to the project. Burak Özçivit is globally recognized for his roles in Kuruluş: Osman and Kara Sevda. He is currently one of the most followed Turkish actors in the world. Ceyda Ateş, known for her iconic role in Adını Feriha Koydum, makes a highly anticipated return to the screen with this Aegean story. Joining them is Görkem Sevindik, known for his strong performances in action dramas like Söz.
FACTS ABOUT THE SERIES
Location: The series focuses on İzmir’s historic sites and coastal charm.
Goal: The TGA aims to influence global travel behavior through these cinematic journeys.
Production Style: These are high-fidelity, cinematic mini-series designed for international digital platforms.
Global Reach: Türkiye currently ranks second only to the U.S. in TV series exports.
The series will highlight İzmir not just as a vacation spot but as a place of romance and history. Fans are already sharing the first set photos across social media. The "Aşk Tadında" chapter is expected to premiere on official tourism channels soon.
