Turkey is a country located on two continents with a long history spanning many civilizations. It has diverse regions and landscapes. Ankara is the capital located in central Turkey, with many museums, parks, and historic sites. Ataturk was Turkey's founder and first president who established the republic and modernized the nation. The Bosphorus Bridge connects Europe and Asia across the strait in Istanbul, overlooking the scenic city. Hagia Sophia was originally a church but is now a mosque, maintaining its historic significance. Cappadocia has unique rock formations that people once lived in, and was an important stop on the Silk Road.