Opinion.


Dalya Altuntepe is a heritage strategist and cultural tourism expert, bridging historical preservation with modern travel. She is the founder of nüma, a Germany-based travel company specialising in heritage-oriented travel and destination representation. She has played a pivotal role in shaping tourism strategies across Central Asia. In 2024, she was honored with the Inspiring Women in Travel Asia Award. She’s passionate about carpets, cartography, and Turkic culture — especially the threads that connect tradition with identity across generations and geographies.