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Turkey uniquely straddles Europe and Asia, bordered by eight countries and surrounded by seas on three sides. Its vibrant cities, particularly Istanbul, offer a blend of cultures and history. Turkish cuisine boasts beloved dishes like Borek, Baklava, and Kebab. With a predominantly Muslim population, Turkey stands out as a secular democracy in the Middle East. The country celebrates significant holidays and traditions, while also embracing modern music genres. Explore Turkey's stunning architecture like the Grand Bazaar and the beautiful Bosphorus strait.
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Jessie Amross Turkey Turkey is located in Europe and Asia and is bordered by Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bulgaria, Georgia, Greece, Iran, Iraq and Syria. Turkey is surrounded by the Black Sea to the north, Mediterranean to the south, and the Aegean Sea to the west.
Major cities • Istanbul is the largest city in Turkey & is the only city ever built on two continents • Ankara is the capitol of Turkey
Turkish Food… • Borek • Baklava • Dolma • Kebab Dolma
Turkish Culture.. • Over ninety nine percent of Turkish people are muslim • Turkey is the only democratic secular country in the Middle East • Turkey’s economy is ranked among the top twenty largest. • Turkish people commonly drink tea • Belly dancing is very popular
Holidays • New Years Day • April 23rd: National Sovereignty and Children´s Day • May 19th: Atatürk Commemoration and Youth & Sports Day • August 30th: Victory Day • October 29th: Republic Day • KurbanBayrami is on November 27th and is the most important religious festival. It lasts for four days.
Music • Mosque music is religious Turkish music • Turkish hip hop is very popular among Turkish teenagers • A lot of Turkish folk music comes from minstrels called ozan • The Aşık traditions greatly influence Turkish music
Historical Places • The Grand Bazaar: Turkey’s largest indoor market • The Bosphorus: The strait that separates the European part of Turkey from the Asian part. • Valley of the Fairy Chimneys