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    #Turkey is located at the crossroads of Asia and Europe. It is bordered by Greece and Bulgaria to the northwest, the Black Sea to the north, Georgia to the northeast, Armenia, the Azerbaijani exclave of Nakhchivan, and Iran to the east, Iraq to the southeast, Syria and the Mediterranean Sea to the south, and the Aegean Sea to the west. Area: 783,562 square kilometers. Topography: Includes the Taurus Mountains in the south, the Pontic Mountains in the north, fertile plains like the Anatolian Plain, and the Central Anatolian Plateau, along with lakes such as Lake Van. Water Bodies: Borders four major seas: the Black Sea, the Sea of Marmara, the Aegean Sea, and the Mediterranean Sea. 🌐 2. Climate: Coastal Areas: Mediterranean and Aegean Coasts: Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters. Black Sea Coast: Moderate and humid climate year-round. Inland Regions: Continental climate with hot, dry summers and very cold, snowy winters. Climate Change: Turkey faces challenges like drought and rising temperatures due to climate change. 🌐 3. Population: Population Size: Approximately 84.5 million (2021). Population Distribution: Istanbul is the largest city with over 15.5 million residents. Ankara is the second largest, followed by Izmir, Bursa, and Antalya. Ethnic Diversity: Predominantly Turks, with a significant Kurdish minority, and smaller Armenian, Arab, and Greek communities. Population Growth: About 1.2% annually. 🌐 4. Economy: GDP: Approximately $7.209 trillion in 2021. Exports: Includes agricultural products, automobiles, textiles, and electronics, valued at $225 billion. Imports: Mainly energy and raw materials, totaling $271 billion. Unemployment Rate: Around 10.3%. Agriculture and Industry: Notable for wheat, hazelnuts, and olives, as well as being a leading producer of automobiles and steel. 🌐 5. Currency: The official currency is the Turkish Lira (TRY), which experiences fluctuations in value against foreign currencies. 🌐 6. Tourism: Visitor Numbers: Turkey welcomed around 30 million tourists in 2021. Revenue: Approximately $24.5 billion. Top Destinations: Istanbul: Iconic landmarks like Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, and Topkapi Palace. Antalya: A hub for coastal tourism. Cappadocia: Known for its unique landscapes and hot air balloons. Historical Sites: Ephesus and Troy. 🌐 7. History: Civilizations: Turkey has been home to various civilizations, including the Hittites, Persians, Romans, and Byzantines. Ottoman Era: Spanned from the 14th century to the early 20th century. Modern Republic: Established in 1923 under Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, who moved the capital to Ankara and initiated widespread reforms. 🌐 8. Education: Education System: Mandatory for 12 years (6 years primary, 3 years middle, 3 years secondary). Higher Education: Home to numerous universities, including Istanbul University and Middle East Technical University. Literacy Rate: Approximately 96%. 🌐 9. Healthcare: Healthcare System: Turkey has a well-developed healthcare system encompassing public and private sectors. Medical Tourism: A popular destination for medical and cosmetic treatments, attracting thousands of patients annually. Hospitals: Equipped with state-of-the-art medical technology. 🌐 10. Culture: Official Language: Turkish. Religion: Islam is the predominant religion, with Christian and Jewish minorities. Traditions: A blend of Eastern and Western cultural influences. Turkey serves as a bridge between East and West, with a rich history and modern development.
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  • Taraweeh prayer in Hagia Sophia in Istanbul, Turkey.

    Hagia Sophia was a significant Christian church in Constantinople for almost 1,000 years before Sultan Mehmed II of the Ottoman Empire conquered it.
    Taraweeh prayer in Hagia Sophia in 🇹🇷 Istanbul, Turkey. Hagia Sophia was a significant Christian church in Constantinople for almost 1,000 years before Sultan Mehmed II of the Ottoman Empire conquered it.
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  • 🕊Christians across the Middle East🕊
    🕊Christians across the Middle East🌿🕊
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  • Rainbow ballet.
    These photos of the black & white jacobin hummingbird capture the exact moment in which the sunlight penetrates the wings of a Black and white Jacobin hummingbird revealing a secret of nature that cannot be seen with our eyes. These photos contain no digital manipulation.
    Photos by: @christianspencerphoto [IG]
    Rainbow ballet. These photos of the black & white jacobin hummingbird capture the exact moment in which the sunlight penetrates the wings of a Black and white Jacobin hummingbird revealing a secret of nature that cannot be seen with our eyes. These photos contain no digital manipulation. Photos by: @christianspencerphoto [IG]
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    World’s estimated Population of Most followed Religion 1️⃣ Christianity: 2.38 billion ✝️ 2️⃣ Islam: 1.91 billion ☪️ 3️⃣ Unaffiliated: 1.19 billion 🚫 4️⃣ Hinduism: 1.16 billion 🕉 5️⃣ Buddhism: 507 million ☸️ 6️⃣ Sikhism: 26 million 🪯 7️⃣ Judaism: 14.6 million ✡️ 8️⃣ Jainism: 4.5 million 9️⃣ Folk Religions: 430 million 1️⃣0️⃣ Other Religions: 61 million Source: data statistica
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  • A two kilometer long table full of goodies. The Belgian record for the longest dining table was broken 31.03.24 on the Turnhoutsebaan in Borgerhout (Antwerp). More than 8,000 people ate together at the giant iftar table. Iftar is the meal with which Muslims break the fast after sunset during Ramadam. "Easter falls in Ramadan this year. In this way we bring a lot of people together," say the organizers. "There is Flemish potato salad but also Palestinian maqloeba or Moroccan harira. This is not about Muslims or Christians. Everyone is welcome."
    A two kilometer long table full of goodies. The Belgian record for the longest dining table was broken 31.03.24 on the Turnhoutsebaan in Borgerhout (Antwerp). More than 8,000 people ate together at the giant iftar table. Iftar is the meal with which Muslims break the fast after sunset during Ramadam. "Easter falls in Ramadan this year. In this way we bring a lot of people together," say the organizers. "There is Flemish potato salad but also Palestinian maqloeba or Moroccan harira. This is not about Muslims or Christians. Everyone is welcome."
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    Portuguese sister She was born a Catholic Christian and lives in Luxembourg She says she refused to believe that Christ is Allaah She did not understand the Trinity at all I researched Islam And I continued searching Then she married a Muslim And I continued searching Then I reverted to Islam after searching And not because of her husband Her mother cried in protest against her conversion to Islam Her father protested against her hijab Her relationships with others were affected She lost more friends They told her You will not be as beautiful as you were before wearing the hijab They told her people will talk bad about you They told her everything they could to repel her But in the end, she didn't care More than her interest in steadfastness in Islam They were forced to accept her conversion to Islam After accepting them She started explaining to them what Islam is Who is the Prophet Jesus, peace be upon him? Who is the Prophet Muhammad, may Allaah bless him and grant him peace? Why is she determined to convert to Islam? We ask Allaah Almighty to make us and our sister steadfast in this great religion And to make her happy with the conversion of her family to Islam. Translated from Arabic
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  • From Christianity to Islam
    From Christianity to Islam
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    Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Hindu nationalist government has implemented a controversial citizenship law that has been widely criticized for excluding Muslims. Muslims in India make up a large minority that exceeds 200 million people, or 10% of the entire world’s Muslim population. India's Citizenship Amendment Act provides “a fast track to naturalization for Hindus, Parsis, Sikhs, Buddhists, Jains and Christians who fled to Hindu-majority India from Afghanistan, Bangladesh and Pakistan before Dec. 31, 2014”. However, the law excludes Muslims, who are a majority in all three nations. This is the first time that India, officially a secular state, has set religious criteria for citizenship. Previously, illegal migrants were prevented from becoming Indian citizens. The new law allows eligible migrants to apply for citizenship via an online portal. Amnesty International has said the law “legitimizes discrimination based on religion.” Modi’s critics have charged that he is eroding the foundation of a secular state and pushing the country towards beoming a Hindu nation. His silence on anti-Muslim violence has emboldened some of his party’s most extreme supporters and triggered frustration and protests among India’s Muslims.
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  • Hummingbirds are rainbows!
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    More amazing rainbow hummingbirds

    Christian Spencer
    Hummingbirds are rainbows! 🪽💜❤️💛💙🩵💚🧡🪽 More amazing rainbow hummingbirds 📷 Christian Spencer
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