Turkey is associated with sandy beaches, unusual architecture and endless markets for many people. The state is fraught with many mysteries, and its foundations may not be clear to tourists. If a person dreams of vacationing in Turkey or wants to broaden his horizons, he will be interested to learn interesting facts.
Coffee in Turkey
Turkish coffee is recognized by UNESCO as a cultural heritage item. Turks have long loved coffee. They created the cezve, which is also called the Turk. In the 15th century there was an unusual law. A woman could officially divorce her husband if he could not provide her with the daily rate of coffee.
Istanbul is located on two continents
This is the only city on Earth that is simultaneously located on two continents - Asia and Europe. In the past, it was the capital of the 3 greatest empires: Ottoman, Roman, and Byzantine. Turks love Istanbul and respect it.
Turks love to wear a mustache
Men are proud of their mustache and consider them a sign of courage. At the same time, the military and police officers cannot grow a beard. By the way, representatives of the order are considered the most severe in Europe, and fines grow every year.
It is important to bargain in Turkish markets
In many countries, you can bargain in markets to purchase goods cheaper. In Turkey, sellers are positive about bargaining and respect persistent buyers. If a person immediately agrees to the initial price for the goods, then at other points he will not receive a discount.
In a Turkish family, boys are raising mothers
The Turks have a tradition - if a son is born, then his upbringing rests with the mother.At the same time, fathers rejoice in the appearance of daughters. If women should keep girls in strictness, then dads will pamper the heirs.
Women in Turkey should not work
In Turkey, it is not accepted that a woman works, because she is considered the guardian of the hearth. If there are children in the family, then mothers are not allowed to work. Turkish women value themselves very much, therefore they monitor their appearance and have enough rest, while their husbands support them in this.
The most popular souvenir is Nazar
Blue Eye or Nazar can be found in every market. The souvenir is made of plastic or gems. Turks believe that Nazar drives away evil spirits and protects from Shaitan.
In ancient times, there were two wonders of the world in Turkey
It is customary to single out seven wonders of the world, and two of them used to be in Turkey. This is the temple of Artemis of Ephesus and the Mausoleum in Halicarnassus. Now there are only ruins from the mausoleum.
In hairdressing salons, only men are engaged in men's haircuts
On the territory there are much more male hairdressers, and women’s less common. Only the Turks can cut the stronger sex. Women's haircuts are allowed to be exclusively for girls.
In Turkey, trying to hide electrical wires underground
In the country, almost all cables are underground. Wires do not spoil the scenery, and it pleases tourists. By the way, in the country electricity often disappears and appears after a few hours.
Turks love cats
On the streets you can find many homeless cats, but they are all well-fed and well-groomed.There are even cat houses in the parks, and there are special people who regularly feed animals. Stray dogs are much smaller, but they also do not starve.
In the country, snow can lie for six months
In some regions, air temperature is low for a long time. Snow can remain up to 5-6 months. That is why ski resorts that are actively developing are widespread in Turkey.
Turks love Turkish music
They listen to different genres, but, most importantly, the songs should be in Turkish. Foreign performers are not much respected, so even world hits can rarely be heard from cars and apartments. Turks are proud of their country and the achievements of fellow countrymen.
