Why is Turkey the land of cats? 14 unusual facts about this country that only a few people know

We are used to perceive Turkey as a warm country that delights tourists with sun and sea. However, it turns out that some regions of this country have snow for about 6 months a year and ski resorts are located there.

Of the seven wonders of the world, two can actually be seen in person in Turkey – the Temple of Artemis and the Mausoleum in Halicarnassus. True, now they are in a ruined state, but this does not stop one from admiring the ancient buildings, imagining their former grandeur and splendor. The marble temple of Artemis in Ephesus was 18 m high, 55 m wide and 110 m long. It was built over 120 years and consisted of 127 columns. The temple existed until the 21st century AD.

On the other hand, 350 gpm built Halicarnassus Mausoleum, which can be seen in Bodrum, is the tomb of Mausolus, the ruler of Karli County, and his wife and sister. The height of the building was about 45-50 m and it was divided into two floors.

To be precise, Turkey is the birthplace of Saint Nicholas the Wonderworker. But it is he who has become the prototype of Santa Claus.

Only a few know the fact that Istanbul is located on two continents – walking around Istanbul, you can cast a bow over both Europe and Asia. Another interesting fact about the capital of Turkey – for almost 2000 years, this beautiful city was the capital of three great empires: the Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman empires. Popular Turkish historical series reveal all the splendor of this era.