Turkey, officially the Republic of Türkiye is a country mainly located in Anatolia in West Asia, with a relatively small part in Southeast Europe. It borders the Black Sea to the north; Georgia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Iran to the east; Iraq, Syria, and the Mediterranean Sea to the south; and the Aegean Sea, Greece, and Bulgaria to the west. Turkey is home to over 86 million people; most are ethnic Turks, while Kurds are the largest ethnic minority. Officially a secular state, Turkey has a Muslim-majority population. Ankara is Turkey’s capital and second-largest city. Istanbul is its largest city and economic centre. Other major cities include İzmir, Bursa, and Antalya.
Western Muslims often choose these cities for their balance of religious infrastructure and modern services:
Istanbul: Best for international communities and halal services (notably Başakşehir and Fatih).
Konya: Ideal for a traditional, conservative, and affordable family lifestyle.
Bursa: A “conservative-leaning but modern” city close to Istanbul.
Ankara: Preferred by professionals for its stable environment and diplomatic community.
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