Turkey
Straddling Europe and Asia across the Bosphorus, Turkey is the bridge where two continents meet and where Istanbul has served as an imperial capital for well over a millennium.
WHAT THE FLAG MEANS â—¢
A red field charged with a white crescent and five-pointed star. The crescent and star are traditional symbols of Islam and the Ottoman legacy; no single official meaning is fixed, though legend ties the design to a crescent reflected in blood after battle.
Turkey FACTS â—¢
| Capital | Ankara |
|---|---|
| Continent | Europe, Asia |
| Population | 85,372,377 |
| Area | 783,562 km² |
| Population density | 109 /km² |
| Currency | Turkish lira (TRY) ₺ |
| Official language | Turkish |
| Calling code | +36 |
| Internet TLD | .tr |
| Time zone | UTC+03:00 |
| Drives on the | Right |
| ISO codes | TR / TUR |
DID YOU KNOW? â—¢
- It sits on two continents, with Istanbul spanning both Europe and Asia.
- Istanbul was the capital of the Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman empires in turn.
- The surreal fairy-chimney landscape of Cappadocia is dotted with entire cities carved underground.
- The ancient site of Gobekli Tepe here is often called the world's oldest known temple complex.
Turkey FAQ â—¢
What is the capital of Turkey?
The capital of Turkey is Ankara.
What is the population of Turkey?
Turkey has a population of about 85,372,377.
What currency does Turkey use?
Turkey uses the Turkish lira (TRY).
What languages are spoken in Turkey?
The official language of Turkey is Turkish.
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