ABOUT 1,000 people took the chance to learn more about Sikhism at an event in Derby on Saturday.
Visitors to Urban Turban had the chance to see an exhibition in the Market Place on the challenges faced by Sikhs.
The exhibition also covered the part Sikh men played in the two world wars.
And visitors could also try out turbans for size.
Organiser Natasha Kaur said: "Bringing an event like this into the city gives people a great chance to learn.
"The feedback has been very positive, with people saying it has opened their eyes to our religion.
"We want to make people at ease around the culture and that has definitely been achieved.
"I know people have also had a lot of fun trying on the turbans, which is a nice part of the event.
"There is a lack of awareness and people should come to these sort of events to find out more about the history."
The event featured marquees and gazebos, each containing different activities.
