Tag: Turkey

Foreigners visiting for tourism purposes will not be eligible. You will need to have an employment contract or job offer in order to be approved for a work permit. If you have continuously and legally worked in Turkey for a minimum of five years, you will be eligible to apply for an independent work permit. […]

It is customary for Turkish men to escort women to a seat and to the bathroom during a meal. It is considered rude/disrespectful to chew gum whilst talking to someone of a higher status or at a formal occasion. Avoid sitting in any position that allows one’s shoe to face another person. This is considered […]

You’d be okay for a living if you have an income of over 5000 TL per month, So $1000 is around 7500 TL which is more than enough for living in Turkey. How much money do you need to survive in Turkey? Ideally, you need at least 10,000 lira a month if you own property […]

Turkey is a brilliant value-for-money destination and many expats find that their income lasts longer in Turkey and buys them more than in their home country. This is because, on average, the cost of living in Turkey is lower than in most Western countries and Turkish prices come as a pleasant surprise to expats. Is […]

Turkish people have a friendly attitude towards foreigners. They are very kind and considerate. Socializing with foreigners is a kind of Turkish culture. They are always willing to help, and easily make friends with foreign residents. Is Turkey good for immigrant? Turkey is a comfortable country for living not only in terms of the favourable […]

In general, you will still find Turkey exotic, but mildly, not too overwhelming. You will find that life in Turkey is more relaxed and less stressful compared to major western countries. Is life good in Turkey? With its infrastructure, the standard of living, the low cost of living, the uncomplicated process of getting work permit […]

Perhaps the most important disadvantages of living in Turkey is related to the language, as the Turks prefer to communicate in their language and love those who speak it, therefore, the residents in Turkey face difficulty in communication, but the Turkish language is one of the languages that can be learned very What are the […]

Can you live in Turkey without speaking the language? If you settle in one of the touristic resorts where many locals speak English, then yes, it is possible to get by without speaking Turkish. Can I live permanently in Turkey? In order to be considered eligible for permanent residency status in Turkey, foreigners must have […]

Is Turkey a good country to live? Unfortunately not. Economy; High inflation, low salaries for all kinds of jobs, very high taxation of goods such as alcohol, movie tickets etc. Internet is too slow and for fast internet you pay an insane amount of price, very unfair. Is Turkey good country to live? Turkey scored […]

The climate zones observed in Türkiye are the Mediterranean Climate where summers are hot and dry and the winters are mild and rainy; the Black Sea Climate where summers are cool and winters are warm in the coastal area and snowy and cold at the higher parts; the Terrestrial Climate where temperature differences Does Turkey […]

Turkey is a special place for its architecture, rich history, luxurious vacation spots, cruising routes, amazing hotels, hot-air balloon rides, unforgettable food, vibrant arts and culture scenethe list goes on and on. Why should we visit Turkey? There are countless reasons to visit Turkey – breathtaking scenery, fascinating history, intricate architecture, lovely people, and the […]

Souvenir Shopping in Turkey: 14 Famous Things to Buy 1: Turkish Carpet and Rugs. 2: The Turkish Delight Experience. 3: Turkish Tea Sets. 4: Beautiful Nargile Pipes. 5: The Blue Evil Eye of Turkey. 6: Shopping for Gold and Jewellery. 7: Traditional Turkish Mosaic Lamps. 8: Ceramic Souvenir Ideas. What is famous to buy in […]

There’s an ongoing high threat of terrorist attacks in Turkey. Possible targets include tourist areas, transport networks, shopping malls, hotels and entertainment precincts. Be alert to possible threats, especially in public places or mass gatherings. Stay safe and be vigilant in large crowds. Is traveling to Turkey safe right now? Exercise increased caution when traveling […]

Turkey scored highest in the “Living” category, ranking first for “cultural, open and welcoming communities” and “ease of settling in”. Expats also praised Turkey for its “sunny skies and low cost of living”. Is moving to Turkey a good idea? Turkey can offer its residents a good climate, an active and healthy lifestyle, and most […]

In the aftermath of the Second World War, Turkey made the historic choice of siding with the free world and the Western Bloc. This policy was led Turkey to become member of NATO on 18 February 1952. Since then, NATO has been the cornerstone of Turkey’s defense and security policy. Is Turkey in NATO member? […]

Iran and Turkey are not Arab countries and their primary languages are Farsi and Turkish respectively. Arab countries have a rich diversity of ethnic, linguistic, and religious communities. These include Kurds, Armenians, Berbers and others. Is Turkey and Arab the same? Turkey is not an Arab country, and Turkey is a Turkic country. The other […]

The World Bank classifies Turkey as an upper-middle income country in terms of the country’s per capita GDP. Why Turkey is a poor country? 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 […]

Thrace. The European portion of Turkey is known as Thrace, while the Asian is called Anatolia or Asia Minor; Istanbul straddles both as the world’s only city located on two continents. What part of Turkey is considered Europe? The Line between East and west is the Bosphorus which splits the two parts of Istanbul. The […]

Göbekli Tepe Location Şanlıurfa Province, Turkey Region Southeastern Anatolia Coordinates 37°13′23″N 38°55′21″E History Founded c. 9500 BCE What is the world’s first city? ÇatalhöyükÇatalhöyük is a city founded 9,000 years ago, and this UNESCO World Heritage Site is well-worth visiting to see the remains of an ancient (like, REALLY ancient) city. What ancient cities are […]

Turkey is a secular state. Even though over 85 percent of its population is Sunni Muslim and its Religious Affairs Directorate represents Sunni Islam, Turkey’s secular tradition and legal structure help it refrain from pursuing a sectarian policy. The institutional structure is different in Iran. Is Egypt Sunni or Shia? Islam is the dominant religion […]