Turkey is geographically, politically and officially part of two continents - Europe and Asia. The smaller northwestern portion (Thrace) is part of Europe, while the larger portion (Anatolia) is part of Asia.

Founded in 1923 after the collapse of the Ottoman Empire, Turkey is home to spectacular mountains, superb beaches and antiquities of all descriptions.

This fascinating country is a very popular tourist destination and one of the most intriguing countries on the planet.

The Turkey maps and information pages are currently being revised, and will be posted soon.

Facts and Figures

Official Name Republic of Turkey

Population 73,197,000

Capital City Ankara (3.4 million)

Population (largest Cities) Istanbul 9.4 million, Ankara 3.4 million, Izmir 2.4 million, Bursa 1.2 million, Adana 1.2 million

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Languages
Turkish (official), Kurdish, Arabic, others

Official Currency Turkish Lira

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Religions Muslim, others

Land Area 770,630 sq km (297,154 sq miles)

Latitude/Longitude 39° 00'N, 35° 00'E

Landforms The European side is mostly rolling hills, while across the Bosphorus Strait into central Turkey, there are wide plains, all surrounded by (and mixed with) high, rugged mountains, including the Taurus, Koroglu and Pontic ranges. Many peaks exceed 10,000 feet, with the highest point being Mt. Ararat at 16,945 ft. (5,165m).

Along the Mediterranean coast the land is lower and very fertile. The Tigras, Kizilirmak, Sakarya and Euphrates are major rivers, and Lake Van the largest lake.

Land Divisions 81 provinces

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Maps

Turkey Map (Large) here

Turkey Outline Map here

Turkey Map CIA version here

Dardanelles Strait here!

Turkey Maps at UT here

Mediterranean Map
here!

Asia Continent (printable) here

Asia Continent at UT
here

Europe Continent here

European Continent at UT
here

Suggested Links

Turkey (Complete) info on the (GDP)
economy, imports and exports, natural resources, government, population, military, transportation, and more here!

AIRFARES - HOTELS - RENTAL CARS



Turkey Embassy here!

Turkey Ministry of Tourism here!

Turkey Photos (large selection) here!

Istanbul City Guide here!

Let's Go Turkey here!

Climate The Mediterranean and Black Sea coastal areas experience mild, and somewhat rainy winters. Inland, the higher elevations experience much colder winters, with snow in the mountains. Summers are mostly hot and dry along the coast, with cooler conditions inland.




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