The modern Republic of Turkey is neither part of Europe nor Asia, but it is rather an authentic blend. Therefore life in Turkey and the country's culture is a unique blend of Eastern and Western tradition, often described as a bridge between the two civilisations. With a powerful regional presence from the Adriatic to China in the Eurasian landbelt between Russia and India, Turkey has come to acquire increasing strategic significance.

Turkey' s population is 99% Muslim, but most Turks are far more moderate in their beliefs than their neighbours in the Middle East. Turkey may border the volatile Middle East, yet it is a stable, secular and democratic country, where life can be very very not to say at the least interesting. The country has always continued to be an important friend of the West. The west of the country and the main cities such as the capital Ankara, plus Istanbul, Antalya, İzmir are the most developed areas, where industry and commercial activity is concentrated. This is also where the tourists industry and foreign property market are currently concentrated.