Tag: Turkey

As a result of sharing space with hawks, raccoons and the occasional badger, turkeys have developed an instinctive avoidance of loud noises. You can take advantage of this aversion by making some kind of noisemaker that will be loud enough to spook the birds from across the lawn. Are turkeys easily scared? Although wild turkeys […]

Turkey’s regional nemesis, Syria, was its best regional ally. Now Turkey is at war with both Damascus and the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL), which is also fighting Damascus. ISIL is also fighting various fractions of Kurdish separatists whom Turkey has fought since 1984. What countries have conflict with Turkey? Wars Conflict […]

Although its population is overwhelmingly Muslim, Turkey claims to be a secular country per Article 24 of the Turkish Constitution. Is there freedom of speech in Turkey? Legislative framework. The Constitution of Turkey, at art. 28, states that the press is free and shall not be censored. Is Turkey a democracy country? Turkey is a […]

Since 1980, Turkey has lost the characteristics of an agricultural country. Unemployment, seasonal work, and low wages have caused poverty to shift from rural to urban areas and inadequate industrialization caused poverty to intensify in urban areas. However, poverty is still very severe in rural areas. Is Turkey considered a poor country? The World Bank […]

10 Interesting Facts About Turkeys Only male turkeys gobble. Wild turkeys can fly. Wild turkeys sleep in trees. They can change colors. Their poop determines if they’re male or female. Benjamin Franklin preferred the turkey to the bald eagle. Turkeys can see better than humans. Presidential pardons for turkeys started in 1989. Did you know […]

Wars Conflict Turkey and allies Results Operation Euphrates Shield (2016–2017) Turkey Syrian Opposition Victory Bufferzone created on Syria–Turkey border Operation Olive Branch (2018) Turkey Syrian Opposition Victory Turkish capture of Afrin Operation Peace Spring (2019) Turkey Syrian Opposition Victory Is Turkey involved in the Syrian war? On 24 August 2016, the Turkish armed forces, supported […]

Turkey is a republic since 1923. According to Article 2 of the constitution, Turkey is a democratic, secular, and social constitutional state. The current president is Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. The president is directly elected by absolute majority popular vote. Is Turkey a good country? Turkey scored highest in the “Living” category, ranking first for “cultural, […]

11 questions first-time travellers ask about Turkey What do people eat for breakfast? Breakfast in Turkey is a far cry from toast and cereal. Should I tip? And whom? Can I wear a bikini? When do people eat? Is Turkey safe? Will my credit card work? Will I need a visa? Can I use dollars […]

It is certainly not a third world country, but not quite as developed as a first world country, hence it is in the bridge of an emerging economy. Is Turkey a 1st 2nd or 3rd world country? Turkey is a first world country with a functioning democracy, capitalist economy, and a high standard of living. […]

Cost of Living in Turkey Restaurants Edit Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant 60.00TL Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course 300.00TL McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal) 60.00TL Domestic Beer (1 pint draught) 35.00TL Is food expensive in Turkey? Food is quite affordable though, even in nicer sit down restaurants. You’ll find no shortage of dessert […]

For private transfer services, no tip is required, though if you wish to tip—if the driver has been particularly obliging—5% to 10% of the fare is appropriate. Is it customary to tip in Turkey? tipping in restaurants in Turkey In Turkey tipping is customary between 5% and 10%, depending on service. Don’t tip if you […]

Turkey is a predominantly Muslim nation that has abolished polygamy, which was officially criminalized with the adoption of the Turkish Civil Code in 1926, a milestone in Atatürk’s secularist reforms. Penalties for illegal polygamy are up to 2 years imprisonment. How many wives can Turks have? four wivesAlthough Islam allows for up to four wives, […]

A waste bin is placed near the toilet and users are asked to put used toilet paper into the bin instead. This is fine if the paper is used only for drying, but highly unsanitary if the paper is used for wiping. Can you flush toilet paper in Antalya Turkey? Can you flush toilet paper […]

Buy tickets in advance to popular attractions to save time. To avoid looking like a tourist, learn the local customs and etiquette. To be a responsible tourist, consider ethics around animals in tourism. Have a flexible itinerary to avoid winging it. Think twice about leaving love locks behind. What should you not wear in Turkey? […]

Unmarried couples live together As there is no regulation in Turkey on couples who live together or have extramarital children, their relationships have no legal status without any rights or penalties. Can unmarried couple live in Turkey? This issue should be considered and searched before planning your trip to some other country. The short answer […]

In Turkey, it is an obscene gesture equivalent to showing the middle finger, and is also used to show disagreement at a statement or to deny a request. In the latter sense, it is often accompanied by the (rude) nah! conveying negation or disagreement (see wiktionary:nah), or by the imperative al! meaning ‘take it!’ Is […]

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. Why is Turkey a poor country? Since 1980, Turkey has lost the […]

12 Advantages of Living in Turkey Human Rights. Economy. Education. Health Service. Food. Sightseeing & Entertainment. Dynamic Real Estate. Climate. What are the advantages of living in Turkey? 6 ways living in Turkey can improve your life 1: Ideal Weather and Healthy Lifestyle. Most regions in Turkey receive an average of 250 days a year […]

Turkey crime rate & statistics for 2019 was 2.40, a 8.09% decline from 2018. Turkey crime rate & statistics for 2018 was 2.62, a 16.49% decline from 2017. Turkey crime rate & statistics for 2017 was 3.13, a 7.52% decline from 2016. Is Turkey high in crime? Street Crime Statistically, you are 7-9 times safer […]

Cost of Living Averages Table for Turkey Average Restaurant Prices Average Rent Prices Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Center $255.19 Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Center $158.57 Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Center $444.42 How much is monthly rent in Turkey? By far, the most significant expense, wherever you live in Turkey is rent. On […]