Tap water
Generally safe in cities, but many people drink bottled water. In rural areas, choose bottled or filtered water.
Street food
Choose busy stalls with high turnover, freshly grilled food and clean handling. Avoid food that has been sitting in the sun.
Dietary needs
Pork is uncommon. Vegetarian and vegan options are growing in cities; ask about butter, yogurt, meat stock and fish sauce. Learn “etsiz” (meat-free) and “sütsüz” (dairy-free).
Alcohol & Ramadan
Alcohol is available in licensed venues, but not everywhere. During Ramadan, some restaurants adjust hours; be respectful in conservative areas.
This guide covers all 81 provinces, the World Heritage sites, local food, transport, emergency numbers and the small details that make a trip easier. It is written for foreign visitors and built from public records, official indexes and original research.
Opening hours, prices and transport change. Confirm details with the official venue before you go.
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