Turkey
At the crossroads of East and West, Turkey ignites all the traveler’s senses. Situated between Europe and Asia, Turkey is the meeting point of the world. It’s the intersection of religions, cultures, and ethnicities. It has always been a nation at the nexus of both geopolitical coexistence and tension.
Istanbul is a historical and cultural mosaic. The complex layers of past empires and nations that have come and gone give the city its distinctive beauty. The Hagia Sophia is breathtaking, sitting proudly on the shores of the Bosphorus. The energy in Sultanahmet during the call to prayer is ancient and electric.
Besides Istanbul, Turkey has remarkable off the beaten path destinations, many of which can easily be visited on a road trip through Anatolia or along the Turquoise Coast.
Turkey Quick facts
Quick Facts
Capital: Ankara
Population: 85 million
Language: Turkish
Area: 783,356 km²
Visas
U.S. citizens with a regular passport can visit Turkey without a visa for up to 90 days within a 180 day period, for both tourism and business.
Best Time To Visit
April–June and September–October for mild weather.
Money
Currency: Turkish Lira (TRY)
1 USD ≈ 32 TRY
Top Experiences in Turkey
Exploring Istanbul’s Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque in Sultanahmet Square.
Take a ferry on the Bosphorus from Europe to Asia in less than 10 minutes.
Wander the ancient caves of Cappadocia.
Dicscover the ancient ruins of Ephesus.
Tips for Turkey Travel
Accomodation
Budget hostels from $15/night, cave hotels in Cappadocia, luxury resorts on the coast.
Getting In
Istanbul Airport is the main hub for Turkish Airlines, one of the world’s largest airports . Antalya, Izmir, and Cappadocia also have large airports with international and domestic flights. Land border crossings.
Transportation
- Buses cover the whole country.
- Domestic flights are cheap and fast.
- Ferries and trams available in Istanbul.
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