Turkey

Black flies bite humans and animals, causing nuisance, pain, discomfort, or even livestock death. They often bite people around their necks and heads. What does… Read More »Do Black Flies Bite Or Sting?

Flag of Turkey Adopted 1844 (Ottoman flag) 29 May 1936 (standardized) Design A red field with a white star and crescent slightly left of center.… Read More »How Old Is The Turkish Flag?

Famously known for its kebabs and köfte, it is so much more. But those are the most famous dishes as Turkish cuisine really is meat… Read More »What Is Turkey Famous For Food?

When outdoors use an effective insect repellent if biting midges are active. Insect repellents containing either diethyl toluamide (DEET) or picaridin are the most effective.… Read More »How Do You Stop Midge Bites?

While Americans in particular are used to flushing their used toilet paper down the pipe, they must break that habit if they are traveling to… Read More »Can You Put Toilet Paper In The Toilet In Turkey?

Top Turkish Names Rank Name Gender 1 Deniz Male 2 Isra Female 3 Emre Male 4 Dilara Female What is the most popular Turkish boy… Read More »What Is The Most Popular Turkish Name?

People commonly greet each other by saying “Nasilsiniz” (How are you?) or “Merhaba” (Hello). Do Turkish people say Salam? Religious Turks often greet each other… Read More »How Do Turkish People Say Hello?

The name for the country Turkey is derived (via Old French Turquie) from the Medieval Latin Turchia, Turquia. It is first recorded in Middle English… Read More »How Did Turkey Get Its Name?

The history of the Turks covers more than 4,000 years and two continents. They first emerged in Central Asia around 2000 B.C, later spreading throughout… Read More »How Long Has Turkey Existed?

Black flies, known also as “buffalo gnats” and “turkey gnats,” are very small, robust flies that are annoying biting pests of wildlife, livestock, poultry, and… Read More »What Flies Bite In Turkey?