Turkey is a large country in both eastern and middle east with a population of over 73 million people. Hundreds of thousands visit Turkey's numerous historical and archaeological sites each year. While Turkish is the dominant language, Islam is the majority religion although the state remains secular. The student's flight from Toronto to Ankara will take over 5 hours with a connection in Istanbul, and they will stay at a 3-star hotel located near the city center that provides basic amenities. Popular tourist attractions draw large numbers of visitors to experience Turkey's rich culture and history.