Turkish Lira (TRY) The Turkish lira, usually abbreviated as TL, is the official currency of Turkey and the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. Its symbol is ₺ and its official currency code is TRY.
Official Language SpokenThe official language, Turkish, is the first language spoken by 90% of the 71.1m population. Minority languages include Kurdish, spoken by 6% of the population, although this isn't recognised as an official language.
Population85.33 million (2023)
Weather and ClimateThe climate zones observed in Türkiye are the Mediterranean Climate where summers are hot and dry and the winters are mild and rainy; the Black Sea Climate where summers are cool and winters are warm in the coastal area and snowy and cold at the higher parts; the Terrestrial Climate where temperature difference.
The City of Two Continents. Best for: History, culture, shoppingVisit Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, and Topkapi Palace. Explore the Grand Bazaar & Spice Market. Take a Bosphorus cruise between Europe & Asia.
Land of Fairy Chimneys, Best for: Hot air balloons, unique landscapes. Ride a hot air balloon over the surreal valleys. Explore Göreme Open-Air Museum & underground cities. Stay in a cave hotel for a magical experience.
The Turkish Riviera. Best for: Beaches, ancient ruins, waterfallsRelax at Konyaaltı & Lara Beach. Visit Hadrian’s Gate & Düden Waterfalls. Explore the ancient city of Perge & Aspendos Theater.