The union of East and West

Capital: Ankara.

Surface: 783.562 km²

Location: between Europe and Asia.
Currency: Turkish Lira.
Official language: Turkish. Also speaks Arabic.
Telephone code: +90
Electricity: 220 V.

Turkey is a destination that offers a variety of tourists: historic sites, archaeological sites and numerous beaches. The many cultures throughout its history and the excellent climate provides an important addition for tourism in the country.

Istanbul, the only city in the world built at the crossroads of two continents, is the most visited city in Turkey.

Antalya, with its beaches and historical monuments is recognized as the tourist capital of the mediterranean coast.