Observing a brand new infrastructure in a place that used to be a desert. Looking at old photos and comparing them to current life. Sarcasm
"You used to be a shy kid, and now you're a CEO. Nereden nereye! " 2. Media and Entertainment
(Rarely) used to point out how someone has fallen from grace, though "Ne oldum demeyeceksin" is more common for this. nereden_nereye
There is a book titled Türban: Örtünmek - Tesettür - Nereden Nereye by Umit Iris, which likely explores the historical and social transformation of the headscarf in Turkey. 3. Business & Technology
The term is essentially a linguistic shorthand for "look how far we've come." It captures the emotional weight of comparing a humble beginning to a successful or complex present. Observing a brand new infrastructure in a place
The phrase is a popular title for Turkish media because of its dramatic implications.
It is the Turkish equivalent of saying "how the tables have turned," but typically focuses on growth rather than just revenge or irony. Nereden nereye
Usually used to celebrate progress (e.g., a small village turning into a modern city).