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Turkey — Turkey Time (TRT)
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Major Cities in Turkey
📝 Turkey Facts, Holidays & Tourism
🎓 For Students:
- Top Universities: Middle East Technical University, Bogazici University, Istanbul University.
- Popular Fields: Engineering, Medicine, Business, Architecture, Arts.
- Affordable tuition & scholarships available for international students.
✈️ For Visitors:
- Visa: e-Visa or visa on arrival for many countries.
- Popular Destinations: Istanbul, Ankara, Cappadocia, Antalya, Ephesus, Pamukkale.
- Best Time to Visit: April–June and September–October.
- Transportation: Domestic flights, buses, trams, metro, car rentals.
💼 For Professionals & Expats:
- Work Visa: Sponsorship from a Turkish employer is required.
- Key Sectors: Tourism, IT, Manufacturing, Finance, Education.
- Cost of Living: Moderate; higher in Istanbul and coastal cities.
- Business Etiquette: Punctuality valued; personal relationships important.
🏞️ Tourism & Culture:
- Rich history blending Europe & Asia, with UNESCO World Heritage sites.
- Famous Attractions: Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Cappadocia, Pamukkale.
- Major Festivals: Republic Day, Istanbul Film Festival, Mevlana Festival.
- UNESCO Sites: Göreme National Park, Troy, Pamukkale, Historic Areas of Istanbul.
📌 Quick Tips:
- Currency: Turkish Lira (₺ / TRY).
- Timezone: TRT (UTC+03:00) — no DST.
- Emergency Numbers: 155 (Police), 110 (Fire), 112 (Ambulance).
- Electricity: 230V, 50Hz; plug type F.