Southern Europe

Turkey

A country spanning two continents, with Istanbul's imperial skyline, Greek and Roman ruins, Aegean beaches and Cappadocia's rock valleys.

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Capital
Ankara
Languages
Turkish
Currency
Turkish lira (TRY)
Best time to go
April to June and September to October for sightseeing; July and August are hot, especially on the coast and in the interior.

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Ruins in Turkey

Ruins · UNESCO

Ephesus

Selcuk, Turkey

One of the best-preserved ancient cities of the Mediterranean, with a grand library facade.

Ruins · UNESCO

Troy

Canakkale, Turkey

The legendary city of the Trojan War, with layers of ruins.

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