Turkey
A transcontinental country straddling Europe and Asia, Turkey is a mesmerizing blend of ancient ruins, bustling bazaars, dramatic coastlines, and warm hospitality. From the fairy chimneys of Cappadocia to the streets of Istanbul, every corner tells a story.
Capital
Ankara
Language
Turkish
Currency
Turkish Lira (₺)
Timezone
UTC+3
Population
85 million
Best Time
April — June, September — November
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All walks in Turkey
Among Istanbul's Literary Giants: A Walk Through Aşiyan Cemetery
Emperor’s Sign: Hagia Sophia
Eastern Express: A deep journey into Anatolia
Halfeti
Stray Cat of Istanbul
Clock Stopped Only Once: İzmir Clock Tower
Golden-Haired Goddess: Ani Ruins
Naive Art: Hüseyin Yüce
Discovering Travel by Balloon: Cappadocia
Cave Church: St. Pierre Church
Market in the Middle of the City: Dolapdere Flea Market
The Story of a Church and an Automobile: Crimean Memorial Church
Ghost Village: Shinudi (Dereköy)
The City of Sands: The Ancient City of Patara
Hasankeyf
Istanbul Toy Museum: I Had This Too
Avanos: It is a City of Wine and Pottery by the River
Zelve Valley: A Valley Home to All
Pasabag – Monks Valley: You can Stay with Yourself
Four thousand years old recipe: Boza
A Middle Easterner in Europe: Döner
Kibbeh: A Delectable Delight in Turkish Cuisine
Discover the Splendor of the 17th Century: Çinili Bathhouse
If a 130-Year-Old Inn Could Talk, What Would It Tell Us? : Kuveloğlu Han
Journey into the Legendary World of Oil Wrestling: History, Rituals, and Events
The Ottoman Glass Art: Çeşm-i Bülbül and the Beykoz Glass and Crystal Museum
Vegan Foods in Istanbul: A Culinary Journey Through the City’s Best Plant-Based Eateries
Epiphany Celebration: Orthodox Christians dive into ice-cold waters to chase wooden crosses
Walking Culture
Turkey has a rich walking culture rooted in centuries of trade routes, pilgrimage paths, and nomadic traditions. The Lycian Way — one of the world's top long-distance trails — stretches 540 km along the Mediterranean coast. Cities like Istanbul reward walkers with hidden courtyards, steep cobblestone streets, and layers of Byzantine, Ottoman, and modern life stacked on top of each other.
Did You Know?
Istanbul is the only city in the world that spans two continents.
Turkey introduced tulips to the Netherlands, not the other way around.
Turkish breakfast (kahvaltı) literally means 'before coffee' and can include 20+ dishes.
The ancient city of Troy, from Homer's Iliad, is in northwestern Turkey.
Turkey has more than 80,000 mosques — more than any other country.