Chronologie Sulukule (Angl.) 28 mars 2008
Chronology of Sulukule Compilation and translation : Hamdi Gargin 28 March 2008 (1054) : First Romani settlement in the neighbourhood of Edirnekapı. XIX-XXth Century: Sulukule becomes famous in Europe and USA for tis entertainment tradition (music and danse). 1950 : Important destructions take place for the creation of avenue like Vatan caddesi. A part of Romani neighbourhood disappears. 1982 : The houses close to Millet Caddesi, which form the oldest quarter of Sulukule, are destrroyed. 1970 : The « Association for the tourism and survival of Sulukule » organizes the « International festival of Çigan » with the support of the ministry of Tourism. A decision is taken by the ministry to protect Sulukule. 1980