📌 Shanghai Cooperation Organization spans 10 member states and more than 3.5B people 📈 Eurasian bloc covers 36M square kilometers, representing around one-quarter of global GDP and over 15% of international trade 📜 Founded in 2001 after emerging from ‘Shanghai Five,’ organization has expanded to include India, Pakistan, Iran and Belarus, while Türkiye is a dialogue partner

🌏 Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit begins in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, marking 25th anniversary of Eurasian bloc 🤝 Leaders from member states representing more than 40% of world population and around quarter of global GDP attend meeting 📌 Summit set to conclude with signing of Bishkek Declaration, followed by SCO Plus meeting featuring Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan More here 🔗 http://v.aa.com.tr/4043325

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🇹🇷 TURKEY 🇹🇷 🧠😍 Things you probably didn’t know about Türkiye (breaking common myths): 👏👏 🌍 A bridge between continents: One of the few countries in the world that spans both Europe and Asia — with Istanbul divided by the Bosphorus Strait. 🏛️ Not the capital you think: While Istanbul is the most famous city, the real capital is Ankara. 👑 Empire legacy: The heart of the Ottoman Empire for over 600 years, influencing Europe, Asia, and Africa. 🕌 Hagia Sophia is unique: The iconic Hagia Sophia has served as a church, mosque, and museum throughout history. 🏺 Cradle of civilizations: Home to ancient cultures like the Hittites, Greeks, and Romans — leaving behind incredible archaeological heritage. 🍵 Tea > Coffee: Contrary to popular belief, tea is consumed more than coffee and is a daily essential. 🛁 Turkish baths: The famous “hammam” is a centuries-old tradition of relaxation and cleansing from the Ottoman era. 🎈 Unreal landscapes: Places like Cappadocia are known for fairy chimneys and breathtaking hot air balloon rides. 🍽️ Rich cuisine: From kebabs to baklava and Turkish delight, Turkish food is loved worldwide. 🌐 Strategic location: Controls key routes between the Black Sea and the Mediterranean — making it geopolitically important. 🛍️ Historic bazaars: The Grand Bazaar in Istanbul is one of the oldest and largest covered markets in the world. 🎶 Cultural diversity: A unique blend of European, Asian, and Middle Eastern influences in architecture, music, and traditions. 📺 Global TV hits: Turkish series and films are hugely popular in Latin America and beyond. 👉 Follow for more amazing facts! 🌍✨ ❤️ Like | 💬 Comment | 🔁 Share #Turkey #Türkiye #Travel #History #Culture #Explore

🇹🇷 15 Interesting Facts About Türkiye 🌍 1️⃣ Top Tourist Destination Türkiye is consistently among the Top 10 most visited countries in the world, attracting 50+ million international tourists annually. 2️⃣ Largest City The biggest city is Istanbul, with 16+ million people, making it one of the largest cities in Europe. 3️⃣ Capital City The capital is Ankara, located in central Anatolia. 4️⃣ Population Power Türkiye has a population of about 85 million people, making it one of the most populous countries in Europe and the Middle East. 5️⃣ Unique Geographic Location Türkiye sits between Europe and Asia, connected by the Bosphorus strait. 6️⃣ Large Economy Türkiye has one of the largest economies in the world, usually ranking around Top 20 globally by GDP. 7️⃣ Major Tourist Cities Popular tourist destinations include: • Istanbul • Antalya • Izmir • Bodrum • Cappadocia region. 8️⃣ Ancient Civilization Center Türkiye has hosted many civilizations including the Hittites, Greeks, Romans, Byzantines, and Ottoman Empire. 9️⃣ World Heritage Sites Türkiye has 19 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including Göbekli Tepe, one of the oldest temples in the world (11,000+ years old). 🔟 Agricultural Power Türkiye is one of the world’s largest producers of hazelnuts, apricots, figs, and cherries. 1️⃣1️⃣ Strategic Straits The Dardanelles and Bosphorus connect the Black Sea to the Mediterranean Sea. 1️⃣2️⃣ Huge Airline Hub Turkish Airlines flies to more countries than any other airline in the world. 1️⃣3️⃣ Beautiful Coastline Türkiye has about 8,300 km of coastline along the Black Sea, Aegean Sea, and Mediterranean Sea. 1️⃣4️⃣ Famous Cuisine Turkish cuisine includes global favorites like Kebab, Baklava, and Turkish Delight. 1️⃣5️⃣ Historic Megacity Istanbul is the only city in the world located on two continents. ⸻ 🌍 Türkiye Facts 🇹🇷 ✈️ Top 10 most visited country in the world 👥 Population: ~85 million 🏙️ Largest city: Istanbul (16M+) 🌉 Bridge between Europe & Asia 💰 Top 20 global economy 🏛️ 19 UNESCO World Heritage sites 🌾 Major agricultural exporter ✈️ Turkish Airlines flies to most countries worldwide 🏖️ 8,000+ km coastline 🍽️ World-famous cuisine #turkiye #turkey #geography #worldfacts #europe #asia #travel #amazingworldgeography #fblifestyle 🌍

2025 yılında en çok uluslararası turist çeken şehirler açıklandı: 1- Bangkok (30.3 milyon) 2- Hong Kong (23.2 milyon) 3- Londra (22.7 milyon) 4- Makao (20.4 milyon) 5- İstanbul (19.7 milyon) 6- Dubai (19.5 milyon) 7- Mekke (18.7 milyon) 8- Antalya (18.6 milyon) 9- Paris (18.3 milyon) 10- Kuala Lumpur (17.3 milyon) (Euromonitor)

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Orta Asya’nın en güzel, tarih ve modernliği harmanlayan 10 etkileyici şehri — her biri kendi kültürü, mimarisi ve ruhuyla eşsiz birer yolculuk durağı 🕌🏙️ 🥇 1. Semerkant – Özbekistan 🇺🇿 🔹 Timur İmparatorluğu’nun başkenti 🔹 Registan Meydanı, Şah-ı Zinde Türbesi ve Bibi Hanım Camii ile göz kamaştırır 🔹 İpek Yolu’nun kalbi, mavinin her tonuyla büyüleyen şehir 🥈 2. Buhara – Özbekistan 🇺🇿 🔹 2.500 yıllık tarihiyle İslam medeniyetinin beşiği 🔹 Kalyan Minaresi ve Ark Kalesi görülmeye değer 🔹 Zaman durmuş gibi — taş sokaklarında tarih fısıldar 🥉 3. Astana (Nur-Sultan) – Kazakistan 🇰🇿 🔹 Modern mimarinin Orta Asya’daki en iddialı örneği 🔹 Bayterek Kulesi, Barış Piramidi ve parlak gökdelenleriyle geleceğin şehri 🏅 4. Taşkent – Özbekistan 🇺🇿 🔹 Orta Asya’nın en kalabalık ve gelişmiş şehri 🔹 Metro istasyonları adeta bir sanat galerisi gibi 🔹 Eski Şehir’de gelenek, Yeni Şehir’de modernlik buluşur 🎖️ 5. Almatı – Kazakistan 🇰🇿 🔹 Tien Shan Dağları’nın eteklerinde kurulu, doğayla iç içe bir metropol 🔹 Medeu buz pisti ve Kok-Tobe Tepesi şehir manzarasının en güzel noktaları 🌸 6. Bişkek – Kırgızistan 🇰🇬 🔹 Genç ve dinamik şehir, Sovyet planlaması ve yeşil bulvarlarıyla ünlü 🔹 Ala-Too Meydanı’nda Kırgız ruhunu hissedebilirsin 🏕️ 7. Duşanbe – Tacikistan 🇹🇯 🔹 “Pazartesi” anlamına gelen ismi, kadim pazar günlerinden gelir 🔹 Dev bayrak direği ve modern opera binası ile şaşırtıcı bir başkent 🕌 8. Hiva – Özbekistan 🇺🇿 🔹 UNESCO mirası “İçan Kala” surlarıyla adeta açık hava müzesi 🔹 Geceleri altın tonlara bürünen kubbeleriyle büyüleyici bir atmosfer 🌄 9. Mary – Türkmenistan 🇹🇲 🔹 Antik Merv harabelerinin modern temsilcisi 🔹 Tarih, çöl ve modern Türkmen mimarisi iç içe geçmiş durumda -🌅 10. Penjikent – Tacikistan 🇹🇯 🔹 İpek Yolu’nun tarihi duraklarından 🔹 Zarafşan Vadisi’nin ortasında yer alan büyüleyici doğa ve antik kalıntılarla dolu 🌍 Orta Asya, hem tarihî medeniyetlerin mirasını hem de geleceğe uzanan modern vizyonu bir arada sunar. Her şehir, Türk dünyasının farklı bir rengini yansıtır 🇹🇷✨ 📍Mehmet Sıraç Direk 🌐 Uluslararası Ticaret ve Yatırım Uzmanı #OrtaAsya #TürkDünyası #GezginRuhu #msd197 #turkney197 #TravelAsia #SilkRoad