Located in Eastern Anatolia, covering 12,313 km² with 702,055 inhabitants (1990). Situated at the crossroads of major trade routes, including Route of Kings and Silk Road. Turkey's largest apricot producer and major agricultural center
Turkey's climate varies significantly due to its diverse geographical location. Country is divided into 7 distinct regions. Climate is influenced by proximity to mountains and seas
Alburnus selcuklui is a new species found in Botan stream of Tigris drainage. Body is silvery with greenish back, featuring dark lateral stripe. Maximum standard length recorded is 115.5 mm. Has 10-15 gill rakers and 8.5-9 dorsal fin rays
Turkey spans 1565 km east-west and 550 km north-south. Country consists of 81 cities across seven regions
Zonguldak features Filyos Beach and Göldağı National Park. Tokat showcases Ballıca Cave and Tokat Castle. Samsun includes Amazon Village and Kızılırmak Delta. Sinop presents Akliman Beach and İnceburun Lighthouse