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Turkey Flag The Republic of Turkey (Turkish: Türkiye Cumhuriyeti) is a country located in southwestern Asia (Anatolia), and southeastern Europe (Thrace), with the two parts of the country being separated by the Sea of Marmara (Turkish: Marmara Denizi), which in turn is connected to the Black Sea by the Bosphorus and to the Aegean Sea by the Dardanelles. Turkey shares land borders are with Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bulgaria, Georgia, Greece, Iran, Iraq, and Syria, as well having coasts on the Sea of Marmara, the Black Sea, and the Mediterranean, including the Aegean Sea.

As of 2007, Turkey had an estimated population of 71,158,647. The largest city in the country, is Istanbul, with an estimated population of about 10.3 million. The country's capital is Ankara, which is in the heart of the country and has a population of about 4.3 million. Additionally, there are four other cities with populations of over one million (Adana, Bursa, Gaziantep, and Izmir), as well as more than fifty cities with populations over 100,000.

The Turkish economy is sometimes classified as a developed country, but other cases it is considered a newly industrialized country. Either way, Turkey is known for its large agricultural sector and growing industrial sector. Additionally, tourism is growing more and more important, and in 2005 alone. more than 20 million tourists visited the country.

The Blue Mosque (Sultan Ahmet Mosque), Istanbul, Marmara Province, Turkey
The Blue Mosque (Sultan Ahmet Mosque), Istanbul, Marmara Province, Turkey Photographic Print
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Bosphoros River Bridge and Ortakoy Camii Mosque, Ortakoy District, Istanbul, Turkey
Bosphoros River Bridge and Ortakoy Camii Mosque, Ortakoy District, Istanbul, Turkey Photographic Print
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Lonely Planet Turkey, 12th Edition
By James Bainbridge

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“A richly historical land with some of the best cuisine you will ever taste, one of the world’s greatest cities and scenery from white-sand beaches to soaring mountains.” – James Bainbridge, Lonely Planet Writer

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Turkey (Insight Guides)
By Marc Dubin & Terry Richardson

Insight Guides
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Full color guide to the whole of this enigmatic country straddling Europe and Asia. Insight Guides cover a destination's History, People and Culture in more detail and with more colour photos than any other guidebook.
Turkey (Eyewitness Travel Guides)
By Suzanne Swan

Dorling Kindersley
Paperback (432 pages)

Turkey (Eyewitness Travel Guides)
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"DK Eyewitness Turkey" travel guide will lead you straight to the best attractions this fast-changing country has on offer. Packed with color photographs, illustrations and detailed maps discover Turkey region by region; from the labyrinthine Grand Bazaar and Blue Mosque of Istanbul to the famous Roman remains at Ephesus. The guide provides all the insider tips every visitor needs from the invigorating outdoor activities on offer in the Black Sea area to shopping for carpets, with comprehensive listings of the best hotels, resorts, restaurants, shops, and nightlife in each region for all budgets. You'll find 3D cutaways and floorplans of all the must-see sites plus street-by-street maps of all the major Turkish cities and towns. "DK Eyewitness Turkey" explores the rich layers of culture, history, architecture and art of this diverse country not forgetting the best scenic routes and the country's magnificent bazaars, mosques and ruins. With up-to-date information on getting around by train, tram, bus, car and foot and all the sights, beaches, markets and festivals listed town by town, "DK Eyewitness Turkey" is indispensable. Don't miss a thing on your holiday with "The DK Eyewitness Turkey".
Frommer's Turkey (Frommer's Complete Guides)
By Lynn A. Levine

Frommers
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Frommer s Turkey (Frommer s Complete Guides)
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Frommer's Turkey, 6th Edition explores the highlights of a country that is an amazing and diverse treasure trove of architectural styles and ancient ruins.
  • You'll learn how to navigate the chaotic bustle of Istanbul, buy a rug and get the best deal, find the best undiscovered ruins, and learn the ins and outs of getting a Turkish bath.
  • Insider tips on bargaining at bazaars and seeking out hidden beaches.
  • Readers also get language and etiquette tips, exact prices and directions, logistical advice, detailed two-color maps, and much more.
Turkey - Culture Smart!: the essential guide to customs & culture
By Charlotte McPherson

Kuperard
Released: 2006-09-05
Paperback (168 pages)

Turkey - Culture Smart!: the essential guide to customs & culture
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Culture Smart! provides essential information on attitudes, beliefs and behavior in different countries, ensuring that you arrive at your destination aware of basic manners, common courtesies, and sensitive issues. These concise guides tell you what to expect, how to behave, and how to establish a rapport with your hosts. This inside knowledge will enable you to steer clear of embarrassing gaffes and mistakes, feel confident in unfamiliar situations, and develop trust, friendships, and successful business relationships.

Culture Smart! offers illuminating insights into the culture and society of a particular country. It will help you to turn your visit-whether on business or for pleasure-into a memorable and enriching experience. Contents include


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* historical, religious, and political background
* life at home
* leisure, social, and cultural life
* eating and drinking
* do's, don'ts, and taboos
* business practices
* communication, spoken and unspoken


"Culture Smart has come to the rescue of hapless travellers." Sunday Times Travel

"... the perfect introduction to the weird, wonderful and downright odd quirks and customs of various countries." Global Travel

"...full of fascinating-as well as common-sense-tips to help you avoid embarrassing faux pas." Observer

"...as useful as they are entertaining." Easyjet Magazine

"...offer glimpses into the psyche of a faraway world." New York Times
National Geographic Traveler: Istanbul and Western Turkey
By Tristan Rutherford

National Geographic
Released: 2011-04-19
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National Geographic Traveler: Istanbul and Western Turkey
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The relaunched National Geographic Traveler guidebooks are in tune with the growing trend toward experiential travel, providing more insider tips and expert advice for a more authentic, cultural experience of each destination. These books serve discerning, curious travelers and supply information and interpretation not available on the Internet.

In response to the interests of today's traveler, the acclaimed National Geographic Traveler series includes exciting new editorial features, a contemporary redesign, and inviting new covers.


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