Tag: Turkey

The majority of Britons are found in Istanbul and Izmir, with smaller populations scattered throughout the capital Ankara. Istanbul is generally seen as a favourite location due to the city being the country’s commercial capital, the presence of international schools and better air links with the UK. Which is the best area to stay in […]

Cizre. In fact, Cizre can claim to be the hottest place in the entire country. In 2021 Cizre saw the highest temperature ever recorded in Turkey, when the mercury rose to a sweltering 49.1 °C. Where in Turkey is warm in winter? The Antalya region has one of the warmest winter climates in the country. […]

16 Top-Rated Beaches in Turkey Patara. Patara Beach. Bodrum Peninsula. Bodrum Beach. Kaputaş Beach. Aerial view of Kaputas Beach. Çıralı Beach. Çirali Beach. Çesme Peninsula. One of the Çesme Peninsula’s many beaches. Butterfly Valley. The beach at Butterfly Valley. Antalya. Antalya’s Konyaalti Beach. Kaş Little Pebble Beach in Kas. Which area of Turkey has the […]

22 Most Beautiful and Famous Cities in Turkey (2022 Updated) Istanbul. Famous foods: Sultanahmet Meatballs, Kanlıca yoğurdu (with sugar), Sarıyer Böreği, and fresh fish by the Bosphorus. Ankara. Famous foods: Simit, Çubuk pickles, Beypazarı kurusu (like Tozzetti). Izmir. Safranbolu. Antalya. Bursa. Şanlıurfa. Gaziantep. Which part of Turkey is most beautiful? 10 of the most beautiful […]

As an introduction to the country, Istanbul, Antalya and Bodrum offer excellent entry points. Stand up paddleboarding is an increasingly popular pastime in the Mediterranean off the coast of Turkey. Located at the historic crossroads between east and west, Turkey has long held a romantic sway over travellers. How do I travel to Turkey for […]

Istanbul, Turkish İstanbul, formerly Constantinople, ancient Byzantium, largest city and principal seaport of Turkey. It was the capital of both the Byzantine Empire and the Ottoman Empire. What was Turkey’s original name? The English name Turkey, now applied to the modern Republic of Türkiye (previously the Republic of Turkey), is historically derived (via Old French […]

Following the destruction of Troy, the Greeks established cities all along the Western Anatolian shore. The continuing colonization of Anatolia by Balkan peoples led to the ultimate collapse of the Hittite Empire, which formally collapsed around 1200 B.C. with the arrival of the Phrygians. Did Turkey get colonized? Parts of modern-day Turkey itself were divided […]

ancient Turkey Anatolia. Neolithic Age (Late Stone Age) 8,500 – 5,000 BCE Historians call ancient Turkey Anatolia. What was Turkey called in ancient times? AnatoliaCalled Asia Minor (Lesser Asia) by the Romans, the land is the Asian part of modern Turkey, across Thrace. It lies across the Aegean Sea to the east of Greece and […]

Control of the eastern Mediterranean and Aegean remain the basis of their rivalry. Post World War II the UNCLOS treaty, decolonisation of Cyprus and the addition of the Dodecanese to Greece’s territory has been what unpins their turbulent contemporary history and relations. What is the conflict between Greece and Turkey? The Aegean dispute is a […]

The Ottoman Empire came into World War I as one of the Central Powers. The Ottoman Empire entered the war by carrying out a surprise attack on Russia’s Black Sea coast on 29 October 1914, with Russia responding by declaring war on 5 November 1914. What was Turkey known as during ww1? ‘Turkey’ was ‘European‘ […]

Here are three of the most popular fields of study in Turkey: Textiles and Design. Turkey – in particular, Istanbul – is and has been right along one of the primary trading routes between Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. Business Management. Computer Science and Engineering. What do I need to study in Turkey? If […]

Turkey has a mixed economymixed economyThe idea behind a mixed economy, as advocated by John Maynard Keynes and some others, was not to abandon capitalism, but to retain a predominance of private ownership and control of the means of production, with profit-seeking enterprise and the accumulation of capital as its fundamental driving force.https://en.wikipedia.org › wiki […]

The World Bank classifies Turkey as an upper-middle income country in terms of the country’s per capita GDP. The CIA World Factbook adds Turkey to its list of developed countries (DCs) due to the country’s status as a founding member of the OECD. Is Turkey a developed country or not? For example, the United Nations […]

To sum up, Turkey is a good destination for studying because it has a strong education system and reasonably-priced accommodation. All certificates awarded by Turkish universities are accredited by almost every European country and there is a wide range of courses to pick from. Is it safe to study in Turkey? Also, the crime rate […]

Traveling to Turkey is the same as traveling to almost any other country, and there’s nothing especially harmful about it for women. Is Turkey safe for students? In this country where countless civilizations have been hosted, everyone is tolerant and respectful to each other. Turkey, where you can find a piece of your roots and […]

Natural Beauties. Turkey, which experiences four seasons, has a reputation for its natural beauties all over the world. You can enjoy swimming and water sports in the seas that surround Turkey, you can ski in many cities in the mountains, you can enjoy rafting in the rivers and experience many extreme sports. What is so […]

Food Turkey is Famous For Turkish Delight (Lokum) Turkish Delight is a type of confectionery that is popular in many countries, with its origins in Turkey. Baklava. Turkish coffee. Turkish Tea. Iskender Kebab. Kofta. Simit (Turkish Bagel) Turkish Baths (Hammam) What is Turkey most known for? Turkey is famous for a diverse set of both […]

It is more common to see the headscarf worn with long-sleeved tops and trousers and a long coat among more conservative Turkish women. However, there are no laws about what to wear so it’s recommended to dress as you would at home but perhaps a little more conservatively. Is it mandatory to wear hijab in […]

Islam in Turkey dates back to the 8th century, when Turkic tribes fought alongside Arab Muslims against Chinese forces at the Battle of Talas in 751 A.D. Spurred by the influence of ruling dynasties, many people converted to Islam over the next few centuries. When did Islam came to Turkey? Islam is the most practiced […]

Study in Turkey Without IELTS: Turkish Universities offer admissions without the IELTS exam; which means if you hold your last attended degree in the English language then you are eligible to apply for admission at most of the Turkish Universities. Can I study in Turkey without IELTS? Students from all over the world can Study […]