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Turkey — silhouette, capital and facts
Turkey is in Asia and its capital is Ankara. With about 85 million people and 783,562 km², it ranks 36th in area and 18th in population among the 195 countries in GeoSilhueta.
Silhouette of Turkey, scaled to the same size as every other country in the game.
Quick facts
- Capital
- Ankara
- Continent
- Asia
- Population
- about 85 million
- Area
- 783,562 km²
- Language
- Turkish
- Currency
- Turkish lira
- Flag colors
- red, white
Borders
Turkey shares a land border with 6 countries: Greece, Bulgaria, Georgia, Armenia, Iran, Syria.
Fun facts about Turkey
- Istanbul is one of the few major cities in the world on two continents, Europe and Asia.
- Saint Nicholas, who inspired Santa Claus, was born in Patara on the Turkish coast in the 3rd century.
- In Cappadocia, homes and churches were carved into volcanic rock, and there are even underground cities.
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of Turkey?
The capital of Turkey is Ankara.
Which continent is Turkey in?
Turkey is in Asia.
Which countries border Turkey?
Turkey shares a land border with 6 countries: Greece, Bulgaria, Georgia, Armenia, Iran, Syria.
How can I learn to recognize the silhouette of Turkey?
In GeoSilhueta you see only a country's outline and guess which one it is. Turkey is one of the 195 countries in the game, which is free and runs in your browser with no signup.
What are some fun facts about Turkey?
Istanbul is one of the few major cities in the world on two continents, Europe and Asia. Saint Nicholas, who inspired Santa Claus, was born in Patara on the Turkish coast in the 3rd century. In Cappadocia, homes and churches were carved into volcanic rock, and there are even underground cities.
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