FACTS ABOUT TURKEY – UNIT TOPIC EXPLANATION
1. General Information about Turkey (Genel Bilgiler)
Turkey is a country located partly in Asia and partly in Europe.- Capital city: Ankara
- Largest city: Istanbul
- Official language: Turkish
- Population: About 85 million
- Currency: Turkish Lira (₺)
Example sentence: 2. Geographical Features (Coğrafi Özellikler)
- It has seven regions: Marmara, Aegean, Mediterranean, Central Anatolia, Eastern Anatolia, Southeastern Anatolia, and the Black Sea Region.
- Surrounded by four seas: the Mediterranean Sea, the Aegean Sea, the Marmara Sea, and the Black Sea.
Example sentence: 3. Famous Places (Ünlü Yerler)
- Cappadocia: Known for its fairy chimneys and hot air balloons.
- Pamukkale: Famous for its white travertine terraces.
- Ephesus: An ancient Greek city.
- Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque in Istanbul.
- Mount Ararat: The highest mountain in Turkey.
Example sentence: 4. Turkish Culture and Traditions
- Traditional foods: Kebap, baklava, döner, Turkish delight (lokum)
- Traditional drinks: Turkish tea, Turkish coffee
- Turkish hospitality is very important.
- National holidays: Republic Day (29 October), National Sovereignty and Children's Day (23 April)
Example sentence: 5. Famous Turkish People
- Mustafa Kemal Atatürk – The founder of modern Turkey.
- Mevlana (Rumi) – A famous poet and philosopher.
- Orhan Pamuk – Nobel Prize-winning author.
- Nusret (Salt Bae) – A world-famous chef and internet personality.
Example sentence: 6. Sample Questions & Answers
Q: Where is Turkey located?A: It is located in both Europe and Asia.
Q: What is the capital city of Turkey?
A: The capital city is Ankara.
Q: What is Turkey famous for?
A: It is famous for its historical sites, delicious food, and cultural heritage.
Useful Vocabulary
| English | Turkish |
|---|---|
| capital city | başkent |
| population | nüfus |
| currency | para birimi |
| historical site | tarihi yer |
| region | bölge |
| tradition | gelenek |
| tourist | turist |
| famous | ünlü |
| culture | kültür |
| language | dil |