Turkey is very popular with tourists seeking an unforgettable and inexpensive vacation. There is everything here, and the sea and the sun, exotic animals and plants, architectural monuments, relaxing and active rest for every taste. You can visit old villages and get acquainted with the traditions of the indigenous people, taste the national cuisine, buy traditional clothes and accessories. Next, we suggest looking at interesting and exciting facts about Turkey.
1.Turkey is one of the most visited countries by tourists.
2.This country is considered the main exporter of nuts and hazelnuts in the world.
3. Until 1934, the Turks did not have surnames.
4. The Turkish state is divided into 81 provinces.
5.Turks love tea very much, so they drink about 10 cups per day.
6. Turkey has a very literate population.
7.Turkey is a state that is famous for its gorgeous beaches.
8. Cherries were first introduced to Europe from Turkey.
9. About 95% of Turkish residents believe in the existence of God.
10. Football is the most popular sport among Turkish people.
11. Turkey is a world leader in the field of medicine.
12. The longest holiday season among European countries is in Turkey.
13. In Turkey, you can buy real estate 5 times cheaper than in other European capitals.
14.Turkey is the safest country in the world.
15. The Turkish language uses the Latin alphabet.
16. In 1509, Turkey was hit by the longest earthquake, which lasted for 45 days.
17. Handshakes in Turkey are much weaker than in Western countries.
18. The Turks call the Mediterranean Sea the White Sea.
19. An ordinary turkish quarrel can instantly turn into a fight.
20.Turks are hard-working people.
21. Bargaining is considered the way of life of Turkish residents. They even bargain by negotiating their own salary with their superiors.
22 In some parts of Turkey, snow can lie for up to 5 months.
23. Turks do not have a New Year and birthdays. These holidays are not celebrated there.
24. Turkey is washed by 4 seas: Black, Marmara, Mediterranean and Aegean.
25. For the first time coffee was brought to Turkey.
26. Turkey is famous for 10 ski resorts.
27. The most expensive silk carpet is kept in the Turkish Museum of Canya.
28.The first Christian council was created in this particular state.
29. The beaches of Turkey are 8000 kilometers long.
30. There is a Turkish Van cat that can swim.
31 In the world, about 90 million people speak Turkish.
32. In terms of the number of architectural monuments, Turkey occupies a leading position.
33. Every Turkish restaurant serves free bread, tea and water.
34. Real estate taxes in this state are paid only once a year.
35. Approximately 2 million vehicles are produced annually in this country.
36. Turkey has experienced 3 military coups.
37. It was only in 2001 that the death penalty was abolished in that State.
38. Turkish newlyweds are given gold for the wedding.
39 April 23rd Turkey celebrates the holiday of cloudless happiness. On this day, adults spend a lot of time with children.
40 There is a plant in Turkey that makes aircraft.
41. On the territory of modern Turkey in the 7th century, people tamed cows.
42. It is not necessary to get out of the car to refuel in Turkey. There are refuelers at every gas station.
43 Agave trees bloom in winter in Turkey.
44. It is forbidden to build panel and brick houses on the territory of the southern coast of Turkey.
45. Turkey, remaining neutral, did not take part in the Second World War.
46. Formula 1 races are held in Turkey.
47. Approximately 100 varieties of minerals are found in Turkey.
48. An Azerbaijani is considered the youngest Turkish billionaire.
49. In 1983, Turkey managed to legalize all casinos.
50 There are a lot of borrowed words in the Turkish language of our time.
51. In Turkey, military marches are accompanied by the withdrawal of horses.
52 In the Turkish town of Mardin, to this day, you can hear the Aramaic speech - the native language of Jesus Christ.
53. Legendary Troy was located on the territory of modern Turkey.
54.Since 1950, the number of men per 100 women has been steadily decreasing. In 1950, there were more than 101 men for every 100 women. In 2015, there are already less than 97 men.
55. Residents of Turkey, when they greet each other, hug twice, touching their cheeks.
56. The town of Marash, located in Turkey, is famous for its long-lasting ice cream.
57 The most delicious olives are grown in Turkey.
58. Turkey ranks second in terms of consumption of bakery products.
59. A Turk with a height of 2 meters 45 centimeters is the tallest man in the world.
60. The army in Turkey is the most powerful among European countries.
61. In a Turkish pharmacy, they can measure blood pressure and give a flu shot for free.
62.The Aquarium, which is located in the Turkish city of Istanbul, is called the largest in Europe.
63 It is customary in Turkey to take off your shoes when entering a house and leave your shoes outside the door.
64.Turkey is the first State to have a female judge of the Supreme Court.
65. Turkey is the largest textile producer in the world.
66. More than 3.5 million Turkish residents officially live in Germany.
67. It was in Turkey that the world's first university was established.
68. The first person to fly a manned rocket was a Turkish man.
69. Vladimir Zhirinovsky is fluent in Turkish.
70. Approximately 70% of hazelnuts are grown in this country.
71. Turkey is a thriving country in trade.
72. Of the seven wonders of the world, 2 is located in Turkey.
73 There are cats in Turkey with different colored eyes.
74. Men living in Turkey adore curvy women.
75. There are hairdressers in Turkey on every corner, because residents devote a lot of time to beauty treatments.
76. Increasingly, Turkish residents marry foreign women.
77. Turkish women only epilate once a month. They have a very high quality process.
78 There is a gladiator cemetery in Turkey.
79 There are a lot of flowers in this country. There are about 9000 varieties of them.
80. Turkish cuisine ranked among the top three in the world.
81 It was forbidden to drink coffee in Turkey in the 17th century. Violators of this law were executed.
82. It is rare to hear the Turks call each other by their first names.
83. In Turkey there is Pamukkale - the famous thermal springs.
84. Mount Agri, located in Turkey, is the highest point of this country.
85. The finest oranges in the world are those grown in the Turkish city of Finike.
86. In Turkish baths, you cannot completely expose your body. It should be covered with a towel.
87. In ancient times, the Amazons lived in Turkey.
88. If a person goes on a journey from Turkey, it is traditionally necessary to pour out a basin of water.
89. Turkey has a unique Lake Van, where cats live.
90. Only in 1923 did the Turks become a nation.
91.The phonetics of the Turkish and Russian languages completely coincide.
92. It will take about 3 hours to fly from Moscow to Turkey.
93. There is no official religion in Turkey.
94. The people of Turkey are jack of all trades, they can forge anything.
95. In this state, figures similar to nesting dolls are considered popular.
96. Turkey has its own kind of struggle: the oil struggle.
97. The Kasikchi diamond is presented in the palace of the Turkish city of Istanbul.
98. There are more dancing than feasts at weddings in this country.
99. Amulets from the evil eye and fez are the most common souvenirs in Turkey.
100. From the very childhood, Turkish parents start campaigning children to watch football.
