What do you know about turkey as a country top 10 qualities about turkey

In Today's article, we talk about beautiful country turkey.

Turkey is located in the Balkans, the Caucasus, the Middle East, and the eastern Mediterranean. It is among the largest countries in the region geographically and geographically, and its land area is more significant than that of any European empire.

 

1. It's officially illegal to wear a Fez in Turkey

The name of the iconic red felt hat with its black tassel comes from Fez in Morocco. That's where the red dye to color the hat originated. Mustafa Kemal Atatürk banned the fez in the 1920s as it was seen to symbolize the Ottoman Empire. The law was never overturned, although you're unlikely to be arrested for wearing one!

 

2. Ankara, not Istanbul, is the capital of Turkey

Many people consider Istanbul the capital of Turkey, but in reality, Ankara is the capital. Istanbul is simply the largest city in Turkey. Ankara has been an important trading center throughout the history of Turkey and has grown into a substantial commercial, artistic and cultural center.

 

Time Difference:

Turkey is in the Eastern European Time Zone. Eastern European Standard Time (EET) is 2 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT+2). Like most states in Europe, Summer (Daylight-Saving) Time is observed in Turkey, where the time is shifted forward by 1 hour, 3 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT+3).

 

Weather

Aegean and Mediterranean coastal areas enjoy the typical Mediterranean climate. There is hardly a drop of rain during the sunny and hot summer (May to October). The water temperature in the Aegean and Mediterranean Seas is warm and fluctuates between 23° and 28°C from north to south. The region around the Sea of Marmara, including Istanbul, has a transitional climate between oceanic and semi-Mediterranean environments. The water temperature in the Sea of Marmara is also colder than the Aegean and Mediterranean Seas, reaching only between 20° and 24°C during the summer (June, July, and August). The Black Sea region has an oceanic climate (thanks to the protective shield effect of the Caucasus mountains) with the most significant amount of precipitation throughout the year.

Most of the coastal areas have a high level of relative humidity during most of the year, which makes hot weather feel hotter and cold temperature feel colder than it After the Summer months, the time in Turkey is shifted back by 1 hour to Eastern European Time (EET) or (GMT+2)

 

4. Turks love tea

While you may know Turkey about their coffee, 96% of people drink at least one cup of tea a day. Turkish tea is strong, and they serve it in small tulip-shaped glasses. Make sure you try all the unusual tea flavors during your trip.

 

5. Turkey has several young people

Turkey has many young people in the EU. The average age in Turkey is around 31, and only 9% of the country's population is over 60.

 

6. Turkey's national game against oil

Also known as grease wrestling, oil wrestling is one of the oldest sports in Turkey. In the fight against oil, the soldiers preyed on the oil in advance and confronted their rivals.

 

7. There are 82,693 Muslims in Turkey

Turkey is home to some of the most beautiful mosques globally, as almost 99% of all Turks are Muslim. One of the most inspiring Muslims in Turkey is the Sultanahmet Mosque, popularly known as the 'Blue Mosque' in Istanbul

 

8. Turkey is the largest producer of hazelnut

Turkey supplies about 75% of the world's total production of hazelnuts and is, therefore, one of the mainstays of the Turkish export market. Mainly because of its favorable climate for hazelnut production, hazelnut fields extend along the shores of Turkey's the Black Sea.

 

9. There are more than 30 national languages ​​in Turkey

Although Turkish is the country's official language, there are more than 30 languages ​​spoken regularly, including Arabic, Kurmanji, and Zazaki, to name a few.

 

10. Grand Bazaar has more than 3000 stores

The "Kapalı Çarşı" in Istanbul dates back to the 14th century and is now the widest of 61 streets with around 3000 shops - definitely worth a visit.

So here are some qualities of Turkey

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