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Turkey

Turkey bridges Europe and Asia with ancient cities, dramatic landscapes and a lively Mediterranean culture, offering a striking mix of history, coastline and modern urban life.

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About Turkey

Turkey is a transcontinental destination where Anatolian history, Ottoman heritage and modern city life meet the Mediterranean, Aegean and Black Sea coasts. It offers a broad mix of archaeological sites, coastal resorts, mountain regions and busy urban centres for leisure and business travellers.

Istanbul is the country's largest city and main gateway, split between Europe and Asia by the Bosphorus, while Ankara is the capital and political centre. Izmir, Antalya and Bursa add Aegean, Mediterranean and early Ottoman character, and the Cappadocia region is known for its rock-cut valleys and hot-air balloon flights.

Beyond the cities, Turkey features landscapes ranging from the Turquoise Coast and Aegean beaches to the Taurus Mountains, inland lakes and the Black Sea highlands. Landmarks such as Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, Ephesus, Pamukkale and Göbekli Tepe reflect a long history stretching from early civilisations to the Ottoman era.

Turkey is a major tourism destination and an important regional economy, with Istanbul hosting international trade fairs, conferences and cultural events throughout the year. Its position between Europe, Asia and the Middle East makes it a natural crossroads for travellers.

International airports in Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir and Antalya, along with domestic flights, highways and high-speed rail connections, make travel between cities and regions relatively straightforward, supporting convenient journeys between airports, hotels, business districts, event venues and tourist destinations.

Golden hour view of Istanbul's historic skyline and minarets reflected on the Bosphorus in Turkey

Country Information

Capital
Ankara
Region
Western Asia and Southeast Europe
Population
85.7 million
Area
783,562 km²
Currency
Turkish Lira (TRY)
Best time to visit
April – June and September – November
Visa
e-Visa or visa-free for many nationalities, typically up to 90 days

Why Visit Turkey?

Ancient Heritage

Explore sites such as Ephesus, Göbekli Tepe, Troy and Istanbul's Hagia Sophia, which reflect layers of Greek, Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman history.

Dramatic Landscapes

From Cappadocia's rock valleys and Pamukkale's terraces to the Mediterranean and Aegean coasts, Turkey offers strikingly varied scenery.

Lively Cities

Discover Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir and Antalya, known for bazaars, cuisine, historic neighbourhoods and a strong mix of old and modern life.

Upcoming Events in Turkey

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Travel Services in Turkey

Transfers

Travel between airports, hotels, cities and coastal resorts across Turkey with private transfer options.

Hourly Chauffeur

Book a chauffeur by the hour for business meetings, events, sightseeing or flexible travel within Istanbul and other Turkish cities.

Charter Bus

Arrange bus transportation for groups, corporate events, tours and intercity journeys across Turkey.

Car Rental

Rent a car in Turkey for independent travel between cities, airports and destinations such as Cappadocia and the coast.

Travel Essentials

Language
Turkish
Currency
Turkish Lira (TRY)
Time zone
TRT (UTC+3)
Driving side
Right
Emergency
112
Power plug
Type C / F
Country code
+90

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