4. Turkey is both Secular and Democratic
You can cross continents underground
Turkey introduced coffee to Europe
A new type of plant is discovered every 10
days
Turkey is packed with cultural heritage
Cultivation of black roses
Turkey gifted tulips to the world
Santa Claus
17. The coastal areas ofTurkey bordering the
Black Sea, Aegean Sea and the
Mediterranean Sea have a temperate
Oceanic climate with warm, wet summers
and cool to cold, wet winters.
Snow does occur, , but it usually lies no
more than a few days.
18. Climate is much
harsher
In winter −30 °C to
−40 °C (−22 °F to
−40 °F)
In summer 30 °C
(86 °F)
30. Appointments should be made
1 to 2 weeks in advance,
preferably by telephone.
First appointments are more
social- than business-oriented
Small talk helps establish a
rapport.
Business cards are exchanged
without formal ritual, with
both hands.
31. Maintaining eye contact is vital
Turkish love to tell about their country, but
not politics
Turks do not require as much personal
space
Courtesy is crucial in all business dealings.
Relationships are fostered in the office,
over extended lunches, dinners, and social
outings.