Turkey by marcusiplier
The contry
Facts from http://www.sciencekids.co.nz/sciencefacts/countries/turkey.html
The official name of Turkey is the Republic of Turkey.
Geographically, Turkey sits in two continents, Europe and Asia, although around 97% of it's land area is on the Asian side.
The total land area of Turkey is slightly larger than the state of Texas.
There are eight countries that share a border with Turkey including Armenia, Azerbaijan, Iran, Iraq, Syria, Bulgaria, Greece, and Georgia.
Just over 80 million people live in Turkey (80,694,485) as of July 2013.
Istanbul is the largest city in Turkey and is the third most populous urban area in Europe. But it is not the capital, Ankara is in fact the capital of Turkey.
The highest point in Turkey is Mount Ararat 5137 m (16,854 ft).
Modern day Turkey was formed in 1923 following the fall of the Ottoman Empire.
The most famous of Turks is Mustafa Kemal who was adorned with the title 'Ataturk' or 'Father of the Turks' after his contributions to the country's independence.
Turkey's warm climate is good for growing crops. Livestock and forestry are also important industries.
Turkey has a strong manufacturing sector, it makes and exports cars, planes, electronics, clothing and textiles.
The currency used in the country is called the Turkish Lira.
Many famous ethnic foods come from Turkey such as manti, kebab, Lokum (Turkish delight), baklava, kadayif and more.
The ancient city of Troy was located in modern day Turkey.
The most popular sport in Turkey is football (soccer), the Turkish national team came third in the 2002 World Cup Finals.
Basketball and volleyball are also popular sports in Turkey.
Because of its location on top of a number plate boundaries Turkey is prone toearthquakes especially in the north of the country.
Turkey is a popular tourist destination and home to over ten World Heritage Sites.
For more information, check out maps of Turkey or take a closer look at theTurkish flag.
Goverment from
Chief of State: President Recep Tayyip Erdogan
Head of Government: Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoglu
Overview
Government Name: Republic of Turkey
Constitution: Adopted: 1982; Establishes the organization of the government, sets out the principles and rules of the state's conduct, and outlines the responsibilities the state towards its citizens. In addition, the document establishes the rights and responsibilities of the people while also setting guideliens for the delegation and exercise of sovereignty that belongs to the people of Turkey.
Government Type: Republican Parliamentary Democracy
Climate From http://www.petersommer.com/turkey/turkish-weather
Marmara, Aegean, and Mediterranean coasts:
These coastal regions have a typical Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild winters. The swimming season becomes shorter the further north one goes: South Aegean and Mediterranean April to October.
Black Sea Coast:
Temperate climate with warm summers, mild winters, and relatively high rainfall.
Central Turkey:
These areas have a steppe climate with hot, dry summers, cold winters.
Eastern Turkey:
Long snowy, cold winters with mild summers.
Southeast Turkey:
These areas have a hot summer with mild, rainy winters.
Average Air Temperature in Turkey in Degrees Celsius
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Antalya101113162025282825201512
Izmir91011162025282723181510
Istanbul56712162123232016128
Trabzon66711152022221915129
Ankara-0151116202323181382
Diyarbakir22814192631312517104
Erzurum-9-7-35111519201592-5
Average Sea Temperature in Turkey in Degrees Celsius
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Antalya171717182124272827252219
Izmir111112152024262624211713
Istanbul 978111520232321171411
Trabzon 1099101420242524201613
land area from i just found it
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