Turkey is located at the point where the three continents of Asia, Africa and Europe are at their closest to each other.

Eastern Turkey is very cold and snowy in winter, and only warm in high summer. The south of Turkey is dry and mild in winter and very hot in summer, with temperatures above 45°c not unusual.

The Turks have been drinking coffee since 1555, when it was brought to Istanbul by two Syrian traders.

The ‘Sunken Palace’ in Istanbul is actually an ancient water tank. It was rediscovered by a Frenchman who saw locals pulling fish through gaps in the pavement!

The highest point in Turkey is Mount Ararat which is 5,166 metres tall.

The remains of Noah's Ark are thought to be buried on Mount Ararat.

The Bosporus Bridge, near Istanbul, connects Asia with Europe. It is the world's fourth longest suspension bridge.

The Keban Dam on the River Euphrates generates power for much of eastern and central Turkey.

Tea is the national drink of Turkey.

Camel wrestling is a popular sport in Turkey! Two camels push against each other until one is knocked over or runs away.

Turkey produces 65% of the world's hazelnuts.

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