GeoStats:

Official Name: Republic of Turkey

Passport/Visa Requirements: US citizens need passports, visas and proof of onward passage.

Capital: Ankara.

Population: 70,413,958

Languages: Turkish, Kurdish, Arabic

Predominant Religions: Islamic (Sunni), though many other sects and religions are represented.

Time Zone: 2 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (+2GMT), 7 hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time (+7EST).

Voltage Requirements: 220 volts

Destination:

Turkey


Key Events

International Istanbul Bienali

This international art fair displays exhibits, works and installations by contemporary artists from around the world to nearly 70,000 visitors. Various venues throughout Istanbul.

International Istanbul Theater Festival

Around 50 performances of nearly 20 classic and experimental theater pieces and dance performances in venues throughout the city. Workshops, symposia and conferences.


International Istanbul Music Festival

Classical-music festival featuring some of the world's finest philharmonic and symphony orchestras. Performances are held in various venues throughout the city.


Istanbul Art Fair

More than 250,000 visitors peruse modern and contemporary paintings and sculpture on display and for sale from around 65 vendors. Tuyap Fair, Convention and Congress Center, E-5 Karayolu, Gurpynar Kavsagi, Beylikduzu.