Cultural habbits and customs in Turkey


Actions to avoid in Turkey

Refrain from posing in front of statues of Mustafa Kemal, also known as Ataturk (Father Turk), or defacing currency with his picture. He is considered the founding father of modern Turkey and statues of him are everywhere; there are laws against defaming or insulting him.

Refrain from visiting mosques (especially the ones which are not museums) with shorts, short sleeves and mini skirts. It is accustomed to cover your body when you enter the place of God (mosques in Islam).

Greeting people

Handshakes are customary when greeting or being introduced to Turkish men. Some Turkish Muslim women are not usuall

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