What are the most conservative-friendly areas in Turkey? When one mentions Turkey, oft-times most people start listing coastal areas and the three biggest metropolises. Although these areas are more in line with western-style living and favored mostly by European visitors, Turkey is also home to many more family-friendly, conservative sites...
With over 84 million people, Turkey's population is large, with its biggest city, Istanbul, home to over 15.5 million people. Turkey's uniqueness is that it is located not only in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region but also in Europe and Asia. The FinTech...
Turkey's Black Sea region is not the most popular choice for foreign tourists who travel to Turkey. It is largely overshadowed by hotpots like Istanbul and Antalya, the two cities that comprise the largest percentage of Turkey's overall tourism. Although local tourists primarily visit the Black...
1-Hagia Sophia Built by the Eastern Roman emperor Justinian I as the Christian cathedral of Constantinople between 532 and 537, Hagia Sophia was the world's largest interior space and the first religious complex to employ a full pendentive dome. It is considered the epitome of Byzantine architecture and...
Suppose you are moving into a rental property and the gas, electricity, and water are in the owner's name. In that case, you may be inclined to leave utilities as is, but this is an illegal practice that will incur significant fines. The process of registering utilities in...
Accessing healthcare services in Turkey as a foreigner Health insurance and accessing healthcare services are some of the biggest concerns you'll have when moving to a new country. Let this serve as a guide for all things healthcare in Turkey. Do I have social security/healthcare rights in...
How to work in Turkey as a digital nomad or freelancer Whether you seek more sun, beaches, or waves or are looking to experience a different culture to take advantage of working remotely, Turkey is a great place to start. Becoming your boss via freelancing or transitioning into the digital...
Private Education in Turkey and Homeschooling for Foreign Children Education has the power to shape lives, so choosing the right school is even more crucial when you are living in a foreign country. In Turkey, compulsory education lasts 12 years, and this is divided into 4-year periods to comprise primary...
What You Need to Know about Turkey’s Tax-Free Car Scheme for Foreigners We’ve covered the topic of bringing in your own car from abroad to use in Turkey, but what if you want to buy a car here? You can buy brand new cars from auto fairs, auto...
