| GENERAL INFORMATION
ON TURKEY |
| GEOGRAPHY |
Turkey is a large peninsula between Europe
and Asia covering an area of 783.500 square kilometers (abut
300.000 square miles) Turkey is bordered by Greece, Bulgaria,
Russia, Armenia, Iran, Iraq and Syria. Highest mountain is Mount
Ararat (5073 m. - 16.900 ft ) Tigris and Euphrates ( Dicle and
Firat ) rivers are originated from Turkey.
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| CURRENCY |
Turkish currency is Turkish lira
(TL) You can change money at the banks orexchange brokers which
is available in every city. Major credit cards are all excepted.
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| CLIMATE |
Turkey has a typical Mediterranean
climate. Hot and sunny but cooler on the Northern part.
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| TRANSPORTATION |
Turkish Airlines fly to major
cities. Boats, train and bus services are available all over
Turkey on modern roads.
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| ELECTRICITY |
Voltage is 220 V. 110 is available
in some hotels.
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| POPULATION |
Population is 65 million. Most
of the people live in the cities.
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| ECONOMY |
Economy mainly based on agriculture,
tourism,and industry.
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| TIME |
+ 7 Hrs ahead of USA East cost.
+ 2 Hrs ahead of GMT
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| SHOPPING |
Turkey is a heaven for shoppers.
You can buy a large variety of items which could be taken out
of country without any problem. A carpet will be delivered to
your doorstep without any problem. Turkey is also known for
the silk leathers and magnificent jewelry. You may get lost
in the grand bazaars while shopping.
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| TIPPING |
Custornary tipping is 10 to 15
% in hotels and restaurants
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| RELIGION |
99 % of Turks are Muslim. Christians
and Jews have a complete freedom of worship.
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| CUISINE |
Turkish cuisine is one of the
richest and best cuisine of the world. You will appreciate the
taste of Turkish food. Fresh fruits are abundant and served
at every hotel and restaurants.
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| CUSTOMS |
There is a restriction on export
of antiquities from Turkey. Obtain a receipt for major purchases
like carpets.
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We hope to see you in Turkey and show you both our country and
it hospitality.
o The tours we offer
- Seven Churches
- Istanbul and Seven Churches
- Istanbul -Seven Churches- Cappadocia
- In the footsteps of St. Paul
- Blue Cruises and historical sites
- Christian Conferences
- General information on Turkey
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