Turkey
Turkey is a transcontinental country spanning both Europe and Asia, historically significant as the heart of both the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires.
Straddling two continents with a single major city split between them, this transcontinental nation's position has made it a crossroads of civilizations for thousands of years.
Spanning Two Continents
Turkey uniquely spans both Europe and Asia, with the Bosphorus strait dividing Istanbul, the country's largest city, between the two continents.
A Crossroads of Empires
Turkey's territory served as the historical heart of both the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires, two of history's most significant and long-lasting imperial powers.
Rich Ancient Historical Sites
Turkey hosts numerous significant ancient historical sites, including well-preserved ruins from Greek, Roman, and earlier civilizations across its territory.
A Significant Regional Power
Modern Turkey remains a significant regional power, straddling important geopolitical, economic, and cultural roles between Europe, the Middle East, and Central Asia.
