What are the customs and taboos in Turkey?

notes on tourism in turkey: religion and culture

turkey is an Islamic country, and its schedule is the same as that in the west. Except that you have to take off your shoes and be quiet when entering the mosque, the domestic atmosphere is very free, which is very different from other Islamic countries in the Middle East.

Turks are hospitable and courteous, and small gifts can enhance the friendship between new friends. Most Turks above the middle class consider themselves Europeans.

English is not common in Turkey. Except for sightseeing hotels, restaurants or shops, it is best to have a Turkish translation for business negotiations.

Turks have great respect for their founding father, General Kemal, and all companies and government agencies hang pictures of Kemal.

Notes on Turkey Tourism: Etiquette

Waving is the most common greeting etiquette, and it is impolite to point your index finger or toe at anyone. Blowing your nose in public is also considered a very rude performance. In addition, male and female couples should not show too much intimacy and make indecent actions in public occasions.

Tourists can wear whatever they want in Turkey, but swimsuits are only worn at beaches or swimming pools. Smoking is not restricted in general occasions, but smoking in cinemas, theaters, buses and shared taxis is prohibited.

does turkey express "evet"? Sometimes I nod my head forward, and when I say "hahyur", I "nod my head" backwards and frown upward, or raise my eyebrows. Sometimes Turks say' ‘tsk'? To say "no". In contrast, if you shake your head left and right, it means? I don't understand. Raise your hand to your head to say' thank you'? . When expressing gratitude, I sometimes nod my head with a slight place.

In big cities, tourists are allowed to take photos. However, in more rural areas, it is necessary to ask the person being photographed before taking pictures and get permission. Especially when the object being photographed is a woman wearing a headscarf.

notes on tourism in turkey: the best time to travel

April-October is the tourist peak season in turkey, but the spring and autumn in major cities such as Istanbul are the most suitable seasons to visit. Every year, the temperature is moderate from April to May and September to October, and there is neither sultry in August nor cold in winter. The sky is clear and clear, suitable for taking pictures. If you want to go to Mianbaobao and try to avoid too many people, the best season is December. At this time, there is no strong sunlight reflection, there are not too many tourists, and the temperature is slightly lower but not very cold. The most special thing is the strong contrast between ice and fire on the mountain below, which will be a rare experience. Notes on tourism in Turkey: dressing index

The climate in Turkey varies greatly. Generally speaking, the temperature in spring and autumn is moderate, so you can wear a single coat and add a coat or thin sweater at night. It is hot in summer, and thin clothes are more suitable. Pay attention to sun protection, girls can bring a scarf (long skirt/pants are required to enter the mosque). If you go to Cappadocia in the spring and autumn (if you want to take a hot air balloon again), you must take clothes to keep out the wind.

Tips? Weather reference

Aegean Sea and Mediterranean coastal areas: Mediterranean climate, hot in summer and cold in winter. In fact, the season suitable for swimming is very short: June-September in Malakhei and the northern Aegean Sea, and April-October in the southern Aegean Sea and the Mediterranean Sea;

Black Sea coastal areas: cool in summer, mild in winter and abundant in rainfall, wearing thin cotton shirts during the day and sweaters at night;

Central Anatolia region: grassland climate, hot and dry in summer and cold in winter;

East Anatolia region: snow all the year round, cold in winter and cool in summer;

southeast Anatolia: it is hot in summer and mild and rainy in winter.