Turkish Culture and Tourism Minister Ertugrul Gunay backed Turkish star Tarkan in his dispute with Environment Minister provoked by Tarkan’s criticism against the authorities for not protecting Allianoi ancient spa settlement.

According to Turkish Aksam, Gunay condemned Environment Minister who advised the singer not to not poke his nose into issues he does not understand. Ertugrul Gunay considers that Environment Minister was not correct expressing his thoughts. According to him, authorities are concerned over artists’ reverent attitude towardс cultural and historical heritage. “On the contrary, we are happy to see it,” the Minister stated.

Earlier Tarkan stated that the law is not being applied for the protection of Allianoi ancient spa settlement. In response Environment Minister Veysel Eroglu said the singer should deal with his art, instead of speaking about issues he does not understand.