- Many peaks in Turkey exceed 10,000 feet, and the tallest, most rugged ones, are found in the Eastern Taurus Mountains. Turkey's highest point is Mt.
- Did you know Turkey is 3 times the size of the UK? Read summary information about Turkey from Ottoman Days to Modern Republic, population, culture.
- From riding a hot air balloon over Cappadocia to exploring the charming streets of Istanbul, Turkey is a place that will truly blow you away at every turn.
- Turkey is a charter member of the UN, an early member of NATO, the IMF and the World Bank, and a founding member of the OECD, OSCE, BSEC, OIC and G-20.
- Even with Santa Claus's origins in Turkey, the country doesn't traditionally celebrate Christmas as it's a predominantly Muslim country.
- Ancient cities, centuries-old culture, and some of the Mediterranean's best coastline: welcome to Turkey.
- 8. World’s 75% of Hazelnut Exports are from Turkey. Turkey is the largest exporter of Hazlenuts, which grows in the Mediterranean basin in Turkey.
- Turkey’s current population of 84.34 million is expected to peak at 97.96 million in 2059 and then decrease in the years following.
- Latest FCDO travel advice for Turkey including on entry requirements, safety and security and local laws and customs.
- 01Istanbul is the largest city in Turkey.
- 03Turkey’s landmass is 95% in Asia and 5% in Europe.
- 04The total land area of Turkey is 783,562 km².