Check Out the Interesting Facts about Turkey Country
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VIVA – Turkey has a beauty that makes many tourists want to visit this country. Turkey has a rich culture, beautiful architecture, and interesting historical sites. Not only that, but the culinary also become a favorite for local and foreign tourists.
The capital of Turkey is Ankara, but the largest city in the country is Istanbul which was the capital of the Byzantine Empire and the Ottoman Empire. Because of its strategic location at the crossroads of two continents,
Turkish culture is a unique mix of Eastern and Western cultures and is known as a bridge between the two civilizations. Well, here are interesting facts about Turkey that tourists need to know.
1. Ankara is the Capital of Turkey
Anatlya Turki
Many people assume that it is Istanbul that is the capital of Turkey, but actually, it is the city of Ankara that is the capital. Istanbul just happens to be Turkey’s largest city. Ankara has been a significant trade center throughout Turkey’s history and has grown to become a significant trading, art, and cultural hub.
2. Turkey Has One of the Biggest and Oldest Malls in the World
Grand Bazaar in Istanbul, with the official name Kapali Carsi in Turkish, is the largest and oldest mall that has been around since 1455. This mall has grown rapidly. Tourists can find some great local produce here.
3. Istanbul is on Two Continents
Let's start with a classic: Istanbul lives on two continents. The city is separated by the Bosporus, a strait, and thus consists of a European and an Asian part. Overall, 95% of Turkey is in Asia, and 5% is in Europe.
4. There are 82,693 Mosques in Turkey
Blue Mosque Turki
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Turkey is home to some of the most beautiful mosques in the world, as about 99% of all Turks are Muslims. One of the most breathtaking mosques in Turkey is the Sultanahmet Mosque, popularly known as the ‘Blue Mosque' in Istanbul.
