Turkey

Turkey is a transcontinental country located mainly on the Anatolian Peninsula in Western Asia, with a smaller part in Southeast Europe. It borders Greece, Bulgaria, Georgia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Iran, Iraq, and Syria. Turkey has a rich history as a crossroads of civilizations, including the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires. Its capital is Ankara, and its largest city is Istanbul. The country features diverse landscapes, from mountains and coastal areas to fertile plains. It is a member of NATO and seeks European Union integration, blending modern development with deep cultural traditions rooted in its Ottoman and Islamic heritage.