Archaeological Site of Ani (2016) Archaeological Site of Troy (1998) Bursa and Cumalıkızık: the Birth of the Ottoman Empire (2014) City of Safranbolu (1994) Diyarbakır Fortress and Hevsel Gardens Cultural Landscape (2015) Ephesus (2015) Great Mosque and Hospital of Divriği (1985) Hattusha: the Hittite Capital (1986) Historic Areas of Istanbul (1985) Nemrut Dağ (1987) Neolithic … Continue reading “
A Pronounced as in but, flood, cousin. An example Turkish word: Araba (car) B Same in English. An example Turkish word: Balık (fish) C Pronounced as in jam. An example Turkish word: Ceket (Jacket) Ç Pronounced as in chair. An example Turkish word: Çiçek (flower) D Same in English. An example Turkish word: Dede (grandfather) E Pronounced as in … Continue reading “How to Pronounce Turkish Letters?”
How to Get Guest Amateur Fisherman Licence for Foreigners in Turkey? Foreigners living in Turkey are allowed to obtain a Guest Amateur Fisherman Licence. After providing the required documents to The Provincial Agriculture Directorates. The licence for foreigners is valid for two years while the period is longer for Turkish citizens. The following are required … Continue reading “How to Get Guest
Sabiha Gokcen Airport Being the second biggest airport in Istanbul, Sabiha Gökcen Airport holds international and domestic flights from and to European destinations and Middle East. The airport is located in the Asian side of Istanbul, in Pendik 35 Km to the southeast of Istanbul. How To Reach Sabiha Gokcen Airport The airport can be easily … Continue reading “Sabiha Gökçen Airport”
Antalya Bus Terminal Antalya has a large and busy bus terminal (otogar), located 4 km north of the city centre. Besides having bus services to the major cities, there are minibuses going to destinations within Antalya, like Aspendos, Manavgat and Alanya. How to go to Kemer from Antalya? If you want to go to Kemer, … Continue reading “Antalya Bus Terminal and Transportation to the City Center”
Antalya Airport Antalya Airport is one of the major airports in Turkey serving as the country’s tourist coastline. There are direct flight to the airport from especially European countries and Russia. The airport has direct flights from major cities around the world. Antalya Airport is located 13 Km to the northeast of the city. From … Continue reading “Antalya Airport”
Atatürk International Airport Being the biggest airport of Turkey in Istanbul, Ataturk International Airport was reported to be the eighth busiest airport in 2010 in Europe. It is located 24 km to the west of the city in the European side. There are many options to fly to long-haul destinations, like New York, San Diego, … Continue reading “Atatürk International Airport”
Eggplant Kebab with Yoghurt Marinated Chicken; Patlicanli Kebap This is a southern Turkish style kebab, prepared at homes. The aubergines (eggplants) are double baked in this recipe, Southern Turkish style, which intensify their flavor. Marinating the chicken in yoghurt, olive oil, tomato paste and red pepper paste is well worth the effort, as it tenderizes … Continue reading “Eggplant Kebab with
Buying a New Car in Tukey The procedures while buying a new car in Turkey is not very complex. If you are a foreigner having a valid residence permit, then you can buy a car easily. In Turkey, you should register your car to the Traffic Registration Offices after you buy it from a dealer or a … Continue reading “Buying a New Car in Turkey”
How do Foreigners Exchange Driver Licence in Turkey? Visitors holding a driver licence of their own country can drive in Turkey for up to 90 days regardless of their nationality. however, if you are planning to stay in Turkey for longer period of times, you should get a Turkish driver licence. If you hold a … Continue reading “How do Foreigners Exchange Driver Licence in Turkey?”
How to Reach Telephone Directories in Turkey You can look for telephone numbers online using the official Turkish White Pages (Beyaz Sayfalar) and Yellow Pages (Sari Sayfalar). The pros of the services are; they do include almost all landline numbers and are available for free. The cons are; the telephone directories are built in only … Continue reading “How to Reach Telephone Directories in Turke
National Public Holidays in Turkey 2017 Official public holidays in Turkey are regulated by Act 2429 (March 1981) and include both national and Islamic religious holidays. The dates for national holidays do not change but they change for Islamic holidays. Turkish Public Holidays 2017 1 January New Year’s Day 23 April National Sovereignty and Children’s Day … Continue reading “National Public Holid
