LOCAL VALUES AND GEOGRAPHICALLY INDICATED PRODUCTS SHOWCASED AT THE 3RD NİZİP OLIVE FESTIVAL
The 3rd Nizip Olive Festival, organized with the support of the Gaziantep Metropolitan Municipality and in collaboration with the Nizip District Governorate and the Nizip Municipality, took place from October 29 to November 1, 2026. Coinciding with the 100th anniversary of Nizip’s establishment as a district, the festival—themed "The Hidden Treasure of Zeugma"—brought together the district’s agricultural production, cultural heritage, and local values.
Through
activities such as olive harvesting, sapling planting, a ceremonial procession,
100th-anniversary runs, a tractor decoration contest, and stalls featuring
local goods, the festival introduced visitors to Nizip’s production culture.
The event contributed to promoting the region’s agricultural potential and
supporting local producers.
The Gaziantep
Metropolitan Municipality continues its efforts to promote the city’s
geographically indicated products, support local production, and pass on
regional values to future generations. The 3rd Nizip Olive Festival served as
a significant event in showcasing Gaziantep’s agricultural wealth, production
culture, and its products with geographical indications.