Where Do People Live in Turkey?

Turkey is home to over 75 million people! That’s a lot of families, schools, towns, and cities. The biggest city in Turkey is called Istanbul, and it’s a very special place. Why? Because it’s the only city in the world that sits in two continents—Europe and Asia! When you cross the Bosphorus Bridge, you can wave goodbye to Europe on one side and say hello to Asia on the other. There’s even a sign that says so!

Even though Istanbul is the largest city, it’s not the capital. The capital of Turkey is a city called Ankara. This is where the government works, and many important buildings are located.

People, Religion, and Daily Life

The people of Turkey are known for being friendly and welcoming. They love to share their language, food, and music with others. Most Turkish people are Muslims, which means they follow the religion of Islam.

In almost every town or village, you’ll see beautiful mosques—these are places where people go to pray. Mosques have tall towers called minarets, and several times a day you’ll hear a special sound called the “ezan” (call to prayer). This is a peaceful reminder for people to pause and connect with their beliefs.

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