TGRT DIGITAL TV SERVICES CO. (TGRT DOCUMENTARY TV)

TGRT Documentary TV, launched on April 22, 2010, has strengthened its position in the sector with a programming philosophy that highlights culture, civilization, history, and moral values. The channel carefully curates its documentaries to raise public awareness and encourage the preservation of these values through informative and educational content. By showcasing programs that convey cultural heritage and historical elements, TGRT Documentary TV offers viewers a meaningful journey from the past to the present.

TGRT Documentary TV maintains its leading position in the sector by delivering 24-hour educational, engaging, and informative content covering history, civilization, culture, art, nature, and moral values. Its commitment to free access, together with its extensive content variety, sets the channel apart. With a non-subscription broadcast model, TGRT Documentary TV remains accessible to viewers at all times. This approach enables the channel to reach wider audiences and share cultural and educational values with an even broader public.

Promoting Our Civilization and Values

TGRT Documentary TV offers a rich programming lineup aimed at showcasing our cultural heritage and promoting our religious and national values, while also bringing to light the legacy of Turkish and Ottoman civilizations.

Programs such as Seyyah-ı Fakir (“The Humble Traveler”), Velhasıl (“In a Nutshell”), Kıyıdan Köşeden Hikâyeler (“Stories from the Margins”), and Huzura Doğru (“Toward Serenity”) take viewers on cultural and spiritual journeys, while religious programs like Prof. Dr. Orhan Karmış’la Tefsir (“Qur’an Commentary with Prof. Dr. Orhan Karmış”) and Yolumuzu Aydınlatanlar (“Those Who Illuminate Our Path”) provide audiences with deeper knowledge and understanding. In addition, programs such as Tarihimizde İz Bırakanlar (“Figures Who Shaped Our History”) and İsmail Yağcı ile Tarih Sohbetleri (“History Talks with İsmail Yağcı”) offer valuable insights into key moments in our history.

Through programs like Kültürümüz Medeniyetimiz (“Our Culture, Our Civilization”) and Buram Buram Anadolu (“Essential Anatolia”), the channel showcases Türkiye’s cultural and natural treasures, while Gönül Sultanları (“Sultans of the Heart”) preserves a spiritually rich cultural heritage. Documentary series such as Diyarlardan Gönüllere (“From Realms to Hearts”) and Devr-i Âlem (“Journey Around the World”) trace the marks of Turkish and Ottoman civilization, sharing the depth of history with viewers. Together, this comprehensive programming provides audiences with rich cultural and historical content, making TGRT Documentary TV a trusted reference in its field.

In 2017, TGRT Documentary TV launched its YouTube channel, providing easier access for viewers on digital platforms. Through this channel, audiences can watch not only the latest documentaries but also access the channel’s extensive archive anytime they wish. TGRT Documentary TV focuses on locally produced documentaries, aiming to allow younger generations to connect more closely with their own culture and history. Unlike other documentary channels, this approach prioritizes the promotion of our cultural heritage and encourages new generations to preserve and cherish these values.

Since 2021, TGRT Documentary TV has also offered subtitled programming, allowing viewers with hearing impairments to follow broadcasts without interruption — an initiative that continues to expand and improve. This step represents significant progress in the channel’s commitment to accessibility. TGRT Documentary TV continually strives to improve its broadcast quality and invests in new equipment to enhance its technical infrastructure, while also expanding and renewing its team. By keeping pace with rapidly advancing technology, the channel strives to deliver a modern, high-quality viewing experience and capitalizes on all the opportunities that today’s technology provides.

In today’s increasingly competitive and dynamic digital media landscape, TGRT Documentary TV places great importance on content quality and diversity to
build a strong and enduring bond with its audience. Producing visually and intellectually engaging content that resonates with the younger generation is one of its core strategic priorities. To this end, TGRT Documentary consistently strengthens its presence across social media platforms by sharing up-to-date and insightful content. This strategy has driven rapid growth in its follower base, and the channel aims to maintain this success sustainably. Through its social media channels, TGRT Documentary TV offers an interactive and participatory experience, aiming to expand its reach to wider audiences across digital platforms.

To counter the dominance of foreign documentaries and help younger generations connect more closely with their own culture, TGRT Documentary TV continues to focus on locally produced documentaries. With content that sheds light on our culture and civilization, the channel provides audiences with an informative and enjoyable viewing experience. This approach plays an important role in helping viewers connect with their cultural heritage.