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  • Geographical statistics about Turkiye

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    Turkey extends itself with a small part (3% of the land mass) its country area on the European continent and with the much larger part (97% of the land mass) on the Asian continent.

    Through its size of almost 800,000 km² Turkey is scenically extremely multilateral and for a trip extremely attractive.

    The Flora and fauna in Turkey seeks sewed can be discovered people like her in the entire East, it over 9000 different types at plants and animals.

    Nature lover can connect so its vacation with an excursion into the wilderness and can observe yet numerous in freedom living brown bears and wolfs.

    Similar to it with that multilaterally the landscape behaves, is the climate of also extremely different in the respective province.

    In the head vacation zones at the Mediterranean Sea, Mediterranean climatic ratios, that make trips into Turkey to every year time to a comfortable pleasure, rule.

    To the many goals whether city, coast come or Innland after the facts, that the costs extremely economically is for a vacation in Turkey in comparison with other destinations in Europe and that must accept one restrictions in the achievements.

    OFFICIAL NAME: Republic of Turkey
    Government: Parliamentary republic.
    Formation of Parliament: April 23, 1920
    Declaration of Republic: October 29, 1923
    Capital: Ankara.
    Largest city: Istanbul
    Population ( 31 December 2023 estimate): 85,372,377 .
    Area: 301,380 sq mi/780,574 sq km.
    Water (%): 1.3
    Languages: Turkish (official).
    Health Certificates: None required. Contact health authorities for latest information.
    Weather: Mediterranean in coastal areas, harsher temperatures inland.
    Economy: Agriculture, industry, mining, tourism.
    Predominant Religions: Predominately Islamic (Sunni), though many other sects and religions are represented.
    Currency: Turkish Lira.
    Internet TLD: .tr
    Weights & Measures:
    Time Zone: 2 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (+2 GMT). Daylight Saving Time is observed March-October.
    Telephone Codes: 90, country code; 212, Istanbul (European side); 216, Istanbul (Asian side).
    Voltage Requirements : 220 volts.
    Airport Departure Tax: None.

  • Where Should I Stay in Turkey

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    Turkey offers a wide array of comfortable and modern lodgings to fit any budget. Larger cities such as Istanbul, Ankara and Izmir, offer a range of international chain hotels, as well as many charming locally run Turkish properties. Seaside resorts on the Aegean and Mediterranean coasts and other popular tourism destinations abound with hotels, pensions and holiday villages. Many of the Turkey tour specialists listed in our guide can make hotel reservations.

    The Ministry of Tourism licenses a number of hotels throughout the country. Rated from one to five stars, they must meet standards set forth by the Ministry. Renovated and refurbished Ottoman mansions, 19th century wooden houses and other historic buildings now operate as special licensed hotels. The Turkish Tourism Offices can provide a Hotel Guide that lists numerous hotels licensed by the Ministry of Tourism.

  • Skiing in Turkey

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    With an average altitude of 1000 in, the Anatolian peninsula is covered with North Anatolian Mountains (2587-3932 in) in the North and Toros (Taurus) Mountains (3086-4136 in) in the South. The Central and East Anatolian high plateaus are enchanted by extinct volcanic mountains such as Mt. Erciyes (3917 in) and Mt. Agri (5137 in). During the normal winter conditions the height of the snow reaches approximately 3 meters, and, covered with forests, the natural beauty of the mountainous areas is stunning.

    Popular Skiing Centers in Turkey:

    Uludag Ski Center,
    Kartalkaya Ski Center,
    Erciyes Ski Center,
    Palandoken Ski Center,
    Sarikamis Ski Center

  • Underwater Scuba Diving in Turkey

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    Scuba Diving is the most popular water sport in Turkey Diving into the underwater of Turkish coast is a great adventure, under brilliantly coloured coral reefs, specialists offers the entrance into a new measure to you. Discover brilliantly coloured coral reefs and be amazing by thousand colored fish and feeling of weightlessness and the fascinating peace of the underwater world of Turkish Coast waits for you.

    Diving in Turkey is available according to the season, the best time to dive is from April to October. Turkey has an climate with average sea water temperature of 25°C / 77°F diving in Turkey is a great entertainment and international resort facilities Bodrum, Turkey has all the right of ingredients for a perfect scuba diving holiday.

    All wellknown dive companies are affiliated with professional association of diving like PADI or other international dive standards and most of companies hold courses in multiple languages, like, English, German, French and Others… Over all Turkish southewestern coast, you can find modern and all the right ingredients, international-standard boats with high quality and professional education.

    Diving for purposes of sport, with proper equipment and in non restricted areas, is permitted. Foreign divers should have official documentation of their specifics, training and must be accompanied, when diving, by a licensed Turkish guide. The limit for diving with diving gear is 30 meters. For educational purposes, this limit is extended to 42 meters. Dives exceeding 30 meters must be done with proper diving and medical equipment.

    In order to protect Turkish archaeological and cultural values, it is strictly forbidden to transport Turkish antiquities or natural specimens. Although this information is believed to be correct at the time of this writing, the marina does not accept any liability for errors, omissions, or changes made by the authorities without prior notification.

  • Mountaineering in Turkey

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    Turkey’s magnificent mountains and forests are mostly undeveloped, existing as wonderful natural preserves for an extraordinary variety of wildlife, flora and fauna. Two of Turkey’s most famous peaks are volcanoes, both inactive, Mt. Erciyes in Kayseri in Central Anatolia (3917 m) and Mt. Agri (Mt. Ararat 5137 m) in the East. Other well-known mountain ranges are the Rize Kackar (3932 m) in the Eastern Black Sea region, Nigde Aladag (3756 m) in the Central Taurus range, and the Cilo and Sat Mountains (4136 m) near Hakkari in the Eastern Taurus.

    The mountainous nature of the country has influenced its cultural evolution. For centuries, nomads and semi-nomadic peoples have migrated annually to the fresh pastures of the higher elevations in the summer. These alpine meadows, called yayla, still represent a firm tie to traditional culture.

    For climbers and those interested in mountain geography, Turkey offers a wealth of exploration. Glaciers, volcanoes, and peculiar geological formations such as kars prove irresistible to researchers and students of geology. The challenging terrain offers great opportunities for aficionados of outdoor sports who find interesting experiences on the mountains of Eastern, Central and Southern Turkey. A list of resources to aid an expedition, at whatever level, is to be found below.

    Popular Mountains Of Turkey

    The Munzur Mountains,
    The Bolkar Mountains,
    The Bey Mountains,
    The Suphan Mountain,
    The Nemrut Mountain,
    The Mountain Erciyes,
    The Toros Mountains,
    The Kackar Mountains,
    The Cilo Sat Mountains,
    The Great Agri Mountain

    Popular Climbing Sites
    Kackar Mt. Range (The Black Sea), Antalya – Beydaglar (Mediterranean), Mt. Erciyes (Central Anatolia),
    Nigde Aladaglar (Central Anatolia), Mt. Ararat (Eastern Anatolia), Mt. Suphan (Eastern Anatolia), Bolkar Mountains (Mediterranean), Mercan (Munzur) Mountains (Easter Anatolia)

    Useful Information and Resources on Mountain Tourism and Sport

    Ministry of Tourism, Tourist Information Office
    Ismet Inonu Bulv. No 5, Ankara

    General Directorate of Youth and Sports (Mountaineering Federation) Ulus, Ankara

    General Directorate of Youth and Sports (Skiing Federation) Ulus, Ankara