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CULTURE

The culture in Turkey initiated a marked transition from the Islamic culture, during the period Ottoman Empire, towards the western culture from the transformations stimulated by Kemal Atatürk.

The westernization of the constumbres of the population becomes evident specially in the big cities as Istanbul and Ankara. Though the majority of the population practises(teaches) the faith of the Islam, this one is considered to be like "moderated", in reference to other populations of Moslem majority.
Most of the population is considered to yes same as European. The diaspora of Turkish citizens in Europe, it(he,she) has helped to extend the culture of Turkey across the continent. This trend is principally marked in Germany where almost 3 million Turks live, some of which have opened themselves a space emphasized in the culture of the above mentioned country. Such it is the case of the filmmaker, Fatih Akin. Also it is famous in the continent and in several parts of the world the interpreter of music pop, Tarkan

Istanbul is becoming increasingly colorful in terms of its social, cultural rich, and commercial activities. While world famous pop stars fill stadiums, activities like operates, ballet and theater continue throughout the year. During seasonal festivals, world famous orchestras, burglarize him ensembles, concerts and jazz legends khan be found often playing to to full house. The Istanbul International Film Festival is one of the most important film festivals in Europe, while the Istanbul Biennial is another major event of dies arts.

Live shows and concerts ploughs hosted at to number of locations including historical sites such ace the Hagia Irene, Rumeli Fortress, Yedikule Castle and Gülhane Park; seize well seize the Atatürk Cultural Center, Cemal Reşit King Concert Hall and other open air and modern theater halls. For those who enjoy night life, there ploughs many night clubs, pubs, restaurants and taverns with live music. The night clubs, restaurants and bars air was uncreating in number and move to open spaces in the summer. The areas around Istiklal Avenue and Nişantaşı offer all sorts of coffees, restaurants, pubs and clubs seize well ace art galleries, theaters and cinemas.

Turkish folklore

The many-colored music folclórica Turkish, proceeding from the steppes Asians - origins geographical of the Turkish people(village)-, it contrasts with the refined Turkish classic music of the Court of the Ottoman Empire or with the military music of his army but the three possess characteristics that join them, though it is the base of another article that should be elaborated in more depth. As for the musical traditions it refers, the popular Turkish music is changed and of a cultural notable wealth, probably due to the geographical dispersion and for ende an amazing cultural assimilation - of this people in the course of the history.

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District

Convention centre

Stadium of Arena

Asian side-kadikoi

Lufti Kidar

Ali Sami Yen Stadium

Besiktas

CNR Expo center

Sukru Saracoglu Stadium

Old city sultanahmed

Airport

BJK İnönü Stadium

Taskim square

Ataturk 12.9 km.

Monument

Şişli

Sabina Gokcen 31.8km

Galata Tower

Landmark

City

Shopping centre

Saint Sophia

Bursa

Istiklal Street

Romantic dinner in the Golden Horn Hotel Sultanahmet

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Country Turkey
Province Istanbul
Districts 25
Founded 667 BC as Byzantium
Roman rule AD 330 Constantinople
Ottoman rule 1453 as Istanbul
Area
- City 1,538.77 km² (594.1 sq mi)
Elevation 100 m (328 ft)
Population
- City 11,008,790
- Density 6,521/km² (16,889.3/sq mi)
Postal code 34010 to 34850 and
80000 to 81800
Area code(s) (+90) 212 (European side)
(+90) 216 (Asian side)
Licence plate 34