Dear Friends of Ex-libris,

I am pleased to invite you to the 2^nd International Ex-libris Congress and the 6^th International Ex-libris Competition organized by Istinye University, Selçuk Ecza Deposu, Bozlu Art Project and Istanbul Ex-libris Society, which will be held in Istanbul on 20-24 August 2025.

Istanbul is not only a geographic bridge between Europe and Asia, it is at the same time a cultural crossroads. In 2025, you will have an opportunity to explore its unparalleled history and environment, while experiencing the unforgettable tastes of the Turkish cuisine, returning to your nations with a feeling of contentment.  

Regarding your accommodations while in Istanbul, you will be able to choose from many economically priced alternatives. You will be able to reach the Congress which will be held at Istinye University at the Vadi H Campus relatively easily by metro, as it is close in proximity to the city center.

You will not only be participating in an Ex-libris congress while in Istanbul, you will also have the opportunity for an unforgettable summer vacation.

I thank you for your cooperation and support and would like to reiterate that we look forward to hosting you in Istanbul, where we eagerly await your arrival.

Yours sincerely,

Prof. Dr. Hasip Pektas
President of the Congress Organization Committee and Istanbul Ex-libris Society. 
Head of Visual Communication Design Dep. Faculty of Communication, Istinye University.

Note: Remember to find out if you need a visa for Turkey from the closest Turkish Embassy or Consulate. Let us know and we will send you an official letter of invitation.

Provisional Program of the 2^nd International Ex-libris Congress Istanbul 2025

20- 24 August 2025

2^nd International Ex-libris Congress Istanbul 2025
REGISTRATION FORM (Closing date for registration is May 3^rd, 2025)

Registration Fee

Congress members are required to pay a fee of €165, which entitles them to attend all events, scheduled visits, congress documentation and the closing gala dinner. Accompanying persons are required to pay a fee of €140, which entitles them to full participation in all events, scheduled visits and the closing gala dinner. It should be transferred to İstanbul Ekslibris Derneği. The receipt and registration form should be sent to hasipp@gmail.com until May 3, 2025. 
Bank: AKBANK Maslak Branch, Account Number: (EUR) 0645-0092044 
Swift Code: AKBKTRIS, IBAN: TR90 0004 6006 4503 6000 0920 44 

Congress Area / Information (Don’t hesitate to contact us)
Istinye University, Vadi H Campus, 
Azerbaycan Cad. Vadistanbul 4A Blok, 34396 Sariyer / Istanbul. 
Hasip Pektas, e-mail: hasipp@gmail.com 
Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/KW5R6N2ha8G1ukfP9
 

I hereby register for the 2^nd International Ex-libris Congress, Istanbul 2025. 

Date: ................................................ Signature: ...............................................

Accommodation 

You can make your own accommodation reservation from the hotel of your choice. It is useful to consider the metro routes. You can easily reach the Havaray Finicular to Vadistanbul from Sanayi Mah. Metro Station. 

2nd International Ex-libris Congress Istanbul - 2025, 20-24 August
Accommodation Alternatives (Prices for 19 August 2024) You can visit their website and look at the location.

- There are Metro from Taksim to Sanayi Mah. and transfer to Vadistanbul

- Websides for other Accommodation Alternatives: https://www.hotels.com/Hotel-Search?destination=Istanbul

There are many restaurants, cafes, bars, and shops in the Vadistanbul Shopping Center. It is also located near the Congress Area. https://www.vadistanbul.com/en

Impressions of 33^rd FISAE Congress Istanbul 2010

Dear Hasip, Has passed four months after the Congress in Istanbul, but I with very warm feeling remember till now these meetings. The congress has been very well organised, there were no problems, there were very interesting excursions and, certainly unforgettable meetings with artists and collectors. The Istanbul Congress was remembered by the friendly atmosphere and the present hospitality. Big to you thanks for the remarkable organisation! Best ragards. Evgeny Bortnikov, Russia.

Hasip, It is something incredible: one month passed since the Congress’ end but my soul and mind still in Istanbul… If you can organize new Ex-libris Congress in Istanbul I will come again, I am sure!!! Anna Tikhonova, Belarus.

Dear Hasip, I would like to say thank you for all the beautiful thinks in Istanbul. It was a great congress, perfect in organization, exhibitions, the university facilities, the excursions, the town – all together a complete and perfect success! Yours.  Klaus Rödel, Denmark.

“Unforgettable moments and lovely memories. Many many thanks to you, Hasip, and to your amazing team – you all together made a huge and great work! We felt at home and enjoyed Istanbul every single day! Excellent congress! Why not to repeat?!” Natalija Cernecova, Latvia.

Dear Hasip, I just don`t have any words to express my gratitude’s and thanks to you. You are the best! Really! And I can swear that FISAE Congress in Istanbul was better than the others. With many thanks and kisses. Daria Surina, Russia.

Dear Hassip, Once more we will thank you for the wonderful congress in Istanbul. For us these days were unforgettable. We enjoyed it very much. Thank you for all you did for this congress! Agaath and Jos Waterschoot, Netherlands.

Dear Hasip, I have no word but only thank you very very much for such a wonderful catalogue for my exlibris. I feel it great honour to have my exlibris printed in such a beautiful catalogue. Congratulations and very best wishes. Ichigoro Uchida, Japan.