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🗺️ Ankara, Turkey

Capital city

📍 39.9334°, 32.8597°View larger map →

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🎎 Cultural Tips

Greetings

A handshake is standard. Close friends may kiss on both cheeks. Use honorifics like "Bey" (Mr.) and "Hanım" (Ms.) after first names as a sign of respect.

Dining

Turkish hospitality is legendary - refusing food or drink may offend. Tea (çay) is offered constantly. Meals are social occasions. Remove shoes before entering homes.

Key Phrases

Hello: MerhabaThank you: Teşekkür ederimPlease: LütfenYes / No: Evet / HayırExcuse me: Affedersiniz
Data sourced from the CIA World Factbook