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The seventh edition of Contemporary Istanbul will take place from 22nd to 25th of November 2012. As the most extensive contemporary art event in Turkey, Contemporary Istanbul aims to promote the cultural and artistic life of Turkey.For four days, Contemporary Istanbul is hosting national and international galleries, artists from all over the world, collectors, museum directors, curators, art critics, members of press and art lovers at Istanbul Convention and Exhibition Center (ICEC) and Istanbul Congress Center. In addition to the main event, Contemporary Istanbul is organizing through the year several side events and art projects such as conferences, exhibitions with the aim of contributing to the country's contemporary art development.Le principal sponsor de cet événement est la banque AKbank. Participent au financement Zorlu Center, Yildiz Holding et la Municipalité métropolitaine d'Istanbul.