1. Presented by:Mehaboob Joiya

2. NATIONAL FLAG TURKSH FLAGThe flag of Turkey is a red flag with a white crescent moonand a star in the center. The flag is called Ay Yldz (literally,moon star.) or Albayrak (Red flag). 3. President: Abdullah GulPrime minister: Recep Tayyip Erdogan 4. Language of TurkeyThe Turkish alphabet has 8 vowels (A E I O U ) and 21 consonants. The letters Q,Wand X do not exist in TurkishMerhaba Hello!yi Geceler Good night 5. Istanbul Istanbul is the largest city in Turkey and 5th largest city properin the world with a population of over 13.48 million, alsomaking it the second largest metropolitan area in Europe bypopulation, and the largest metropolitan city proper. Istanbulisalsoamegacity,aswell as thecultural, economic, and financial centre of Turkey. The city was chosen as joint European Capital of Culture for2010. Historic areas of Istanbul were added to the UNESCOWorld Heritage List in 1985. 6. Turkey In Brief: Official Name: TheRepublic of Turkey Founder: Mustafa KemalATATRK (1881-1938) Capital: Ankara Largest city: Istanbul Population: 73.6million (UN, 2011) Language: Turkish (usesLatin Alphabet) Currency: Turkish Lira 7. Turkey In Brief Location: EasternMediterranean. Located ontwo continents Europe andAsia. The European part ofTurkeyiscalledThrace, while the Asian partis called Anatolia or AsiaMinor. Area: 814 578 Km2 (314 500square miles) % 3 on theEuropean continent % 97 onthe Asian continent. Religion: 99 percent ofthe population is Muslim.Turkey is a secular state thatassures complete freedom ofworship to non- Muslims. 8. Turkey In Brief NationalAnthem: Istiklal Marsi Lyrics by: Mehmet Akif Ersoy Adopted as Turkeys National Anthem on March 12, 1921. MajorCities: Istanbul, Ankara ,Izmir Government:Turkey is democratic, secular and social state governed by the rule of law; committed to the nationalism of Atatrk and based on the principle of the separation of powers 9. Turkey In Brief LegislativePower: TheTurkish Grand National AssemblyExecutive Power: President and theCouncil of Ministers. Judicial Power: Independentcourts and supreme judiciaryorgans. Coastline: 8333 Km (5000miles) Turkey is surrounded by theBlack Sea in the north, theMediterranean in the south and theAegean Sea in the west. In thenorthwest there is the Sea ofMarmara and Dardanelles and theBosphorus. 10. Turkey In Brief Geographical Regions: Turkey has 80 administrative provinces and seven geographical regions. Black Sea Region - Marmara Region - Aegean Region - Mediterranean Region - Central Anatolia Region - Eastern Anatolia Region - Southeastern Anatolia Region Landmarks: Ayasofya Museum, Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque, Dolmabahce Palace,ancientCity of Troy, Ephesus, Aphrodisias, Perga mon, Pamukkale, Goreme- Cappadocia, Mt. Nemrut, Safranbolu. 11. Blue MosqueThe national mosque of Turkey, 12. CULTURE Turkey has a very diverse culture that is a blend of various elements of the Ouz Turkic, Anatolian, Ottoman and Western culture and traditions.Ottomans Turkey has a wide variety of regional costumes 13. Traditional clothing of Turkey Traditional clothing forms a part of Turkish traditional culture. In thepast the Turks would weave their own clothing and make dyes fromnatural plant ingredients, in a way that reflected their feelings in thedesigns they created. 14. TRADITIONALDANCES HoronKak Oyunu(spoon Game) 15. Mevlevi Sema CeremonyWhirlingDerviches SufiDancing 16. Religion in Turkey Islam is the largest religion of Turkey. More than 99 percent of the population is MuslimThe Muslim place of worshipThe national mosque of Turkey, TheSultan Ahmed Mosque in Istanbul. 17. Religion Women try to cover theirarms and shoulders, andwear longer dresses. Men should try to keeptheir shoulders coveredwhen out in public, andit is best to opt for longertrousers in the lesstourist-driven areas. 18. Business Etiquette Significance When doing business in anunfamiliar country, it is crucial tounderstand appropriate businessetiquette Greetings In Turkey, new acquaintances meetwith a firm handshake Relationships Business people in Turkey tend to preferto do business with people they respect Considerations Direct communication and eye contactis highly valued after a relationship isformed 19. Business Etiquette Preparation Appointments are necessaryand should be made at least oneto two weeks in advance overthe telephone. Proper Dress Turkish business dress isconservative Meet and GreetEtiquette Shaking hands is commonwhen meeting your businesspartners for the first time 20. Business Etiquette Building Strong Relations Creating strong relationships is crucial for doing successful business in Turkey Getting Down toBusiness When you finally begin to bring up business be patient and do not rush anything 21. Social Etiquette An unwritten driving rule In Turkey women dontneed to yield to mendrivers. When a womanfinds a place to park and iswaiting for a parking place,no other driver can takeher place. 22. Social EtiquetteEating Politely in Turkey You should learn dining etiquettebefore you come if you want toeat your meal in a polite way. You shouldnt speak while youare eating. You must keep your mouthclosed while you are chewing. 23. Social Etiquette In a restaurant, be sure notto ask the price before youbegin your meal. Always order yourmealbefore your drink. While you are eating chicken, you shouldnt use your fork and knife, and you can eat it with your fingers. 24. TURKISH CUISINETurkish coffeeDner kebap Turkish Delight 25. Body Language and Gesticulating Handshakes and a kiss oneach cheek between menand women are commonforms of meeting andgreeting Yes is that it is just a smallnod of the head downwards No is indicated by a nod ofthe head upwards, oftenwith raised eyebrows Hand-kissing is a commonway to greet elder people ofboth genders 26. Body Language and Gesticulating OK sign is actually a veryrude and provocativesignal, as is placing yourthumb between yourindex and middle finger. to bring a gift with you toshow your humblenessand gratitude. Alcohol may be given as agift, but remember thatnot all Turkish peopleactually drink it. 27. The temple of artemis is one of the seven wonders of the world. The town of Selcuk in Izmir 28. Thank You