The Streets of Adana That Have Defied Time

The Streets of Adana That Defy Time
The historical streets of Adana are silent witnesses bearing the traces of centuries. A different story unfolds at every corner, and a voice from the past echoes in every stone. The elegant architecture of the Republican era, the stone structures bearing the traces of the Ottoman period, and the wooden doors of traditional Adana houses transform these streets into an open-air museum. As you wander through the narrow streets, you feel time slowing down. It is possible to find the spirit of old Adana in these streets - stone walls mingling with the scent of coffee, traditional hand-carved doors, and neighborhood culture passed down from generation to generation. These streets are not just transit points, but places where the memory of Adana lives on.
Among Adana’s narrow streets lies a quiet dialogue between stone and time. This series explores the architectural memory of the city — the Ottoman and early Republican houses, their ornate ironwork, wooden bay windows, and sunlit courtyards. Through textures, colors, and shadows, these photographs trace how history still breathes in Adana’s old neighborhoods.
This photo collection documents the streets of Adana that preserve its historical fabric. This valuable heritage, overshadowed by urban transformation, is an indispensable part of the city's identity. Each image reveals moments where time stands still and showcases the architectural values ​​that need to be preserved.