🇹🇷 Turkey

Cities: 1 347

Ports: 38

ISO3 code: TUR
ISO2 code: TR
Phone code: 90
Capital: Ankara
Top level domain: .tr
Currency: Turkish lira, ₺ (TRY)
Region: Asia (Western Asia)

Turkey is a transcontinental country located mainly on the Anatolian Peninsula in Western Asia, with a smaller portion on the Balkan Peninsula in Southeast Europe. It has a diverse population of over 82 million people, making it the 19th most populous country in the world. The capital city is Ankara, while Istanbul is the largest city and serves as a major economic and cultural hub. With its strategic location at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, Turkey has a significant maritime industry, providing opportunities for seafarers, shipowners, and crewing companies. The country has a number of major ports, including Istanbul, Izmir, and Mersin, which play a crucial role in international shipping and trade.