Christmas in Turkey Turkey is a country where the majority is Muslim however it is also a country where specific western traditions are widely celebrated throughout the year. For the ones who is going to celebrate Christmas that commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ and who want have a special holiday season in Turkey, there … Continue reading “Christmas in Turkey”
Overview of the School System in Turkey The Pre-Primary education is optional in Turkey for the children from age three to six years. Compulsory education starts with the primary and it is free in public schools. This education lasts 12 years as 4+4+4. In other words, all children have to go to school and get … Continue reading “Overview of the School System in Turkey”
Length, Area, Weight, Volume Conversion Imperial/US to Metric: Length 1 inch 2.54 centimetres (cm) 1 foot (ft) 12 inches (in) 0.3048 metre (m) 1 yard (yd) 3 ft 0.9144 m 1 mile 1,760 yd 1.60934 kilometres (km) 1 int nautical mile 2025.4 yd 1852 m Metric to Imperial/US: Length 1 centimetre (cm) 10 millimetres … Continue reading “Imperial to Metric conversions for Turkey”
Turkey is located in a geographically critical position between Europe and Asia. Almost 97% or its lands lies in Anatolian peninsula and the remaining 3% is in Europe. The population of Turkey increasing rapidly since the number of married young people is very high compared to almost all European countries. The population reaches to 75 … Continue reading “The basics of Turkey”
You can find property owners in Turkey who do not ask for a written rental agreement. However, you are highly recommended to have one in case of disagreement about the lease term, rent and deposit amounts. The rental duration is decided by the landlord and the tenant. On the other hand, the rental periods are … Continue reading “How to make a rental agreement in Turkey?”
Turkish Vegetable Soup with Orzo (Şehriyeli Sebze Çorbası) This delicious vegetarian soup, Sehriyeli Sebze Corbasi, is easy, delicious and wholesome. Orzo pasta or “sehriye” as we call it in Turkish fits in this soup very well, thickens the broth beautifully and makes it substantial. Being a lemon fan, I give a generous squeeze, with plenty … Continue reading “Turkish Vegetable Soup with Orzo”
It is possible that you get a phone call or a text message from an unknown number while you are in Turkey. The easiest way to learn who the number belongs to is to call a paid service. You can just call 11880 from your cell phone or desktop phone and ask for the number … Continue reading “How to know who is calling you?”
We hope you will never need this words in your travel to Turkey. However, sometimes you might need to call an ambulance or express basic things so that the other persons understand you quickly. Below are just several emergency words pronounced in Turkish.
You can easily reach to the following emergency numbers in Turkey if you have a mobile phone or a desktop phone. However, it is highly the case that the one who answers your call will not speak in English. You can check our post on emergency words in Turkish and easily memorise them. The lines below … Continue reading “How to reach emergency services in Turkey?”
How to go to Ephesus? Ephesus is located in Selcuk, Izmir. If you are coming from big terminal of buses in Izmir, just take the bus to Selcuk. After you get to Secuk, you need to take a taxi or a mini-bus to the entrance of Ephesus that will take around 10 minutes. If you … Continue reading “How to go to Ephesus?”
The exact date of the contruction of Ankara Castle is unknown but it is known that it was under the control of Romans and Byzantines. Seljuq Turks started to control the castle in 1073. The current construction was renovated in 1832 during the Ottoman era. The castle is surrounding the Old Ankara. If you visit … Continue reading “Ankara Castle”
Iskender Kebab is one of the most popular kebabs at home and a specialty of Bursa region. You can make this delicious Iskender Kebap at home; thin slices of lamb or beef in tomato based sauce, served over pide bread with yoghurt and grilled vegetables by the side. It is easier than you think and … Continue reading “Home Style Iskender Kebap”
