Turkey Tourist Guides — Introduction

With a unique advantage of being the bridging nation between the Middle East and the European continent, Turkey boasts of a spicy blend of estheticism and modernity, which is simply irresistible. The long Muslim tradition once heralded by the Ottoman dynasty giving way to modern secularism, is what, that gives Turkey much of its character.

The world class cuisine, vibrant market places, warm hospitality of the Turkish people, architectural splendor of the mosques and castles and an unparallel aesthetic beauty make Turkey an invincible tourist attraction. The visitors can indulge in lots of activities like mountain trekking, archaeology, river rafting and night clubbing, or can simply chose to be mesmerized by the magnificent beach-life.

However, it is better to mention that at times, some domestic or regional tension may result in a little unrest, which generally does not perturb the travelers. But still, a modest profile and an awareness of the current affairs are the best to be equipped with.

Full country name: Republic of Turkey
Area: 779452 sq km
Capital city: Ankara
Population: 68.1 million
People: Turks (85%), Kurds (12%), 3% other Islamic peoples, Armenians, Jews
Religion: 98% Muslims. Of them, 2/3 is Sunni and 1/3 is Shia.
Language: Arabic, Turkish, Armenian, Greek, Kurdish
Climate: mild climatic conditions during most part of the year.
GDP: US$183.7 million
Major Industries: Textiles, food processing, tourism, motor vehicles, mining, lumber, petroleum and construction.
Major trade relations: Germany, USA, Italy, UK, France, Russia