Is Turkey a Good Place to Live? 10 Reasons Why You May Want to Move Here
By Turkey Residence Agency advisory team · Updated · 2 min read
10 reasons that makes Turkey a GREAT country
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This guide explains 10 reasons that make Turkey a great country and why a foreigner might consider moving here:
Reason 1: Relatively Affordable Cost of Living in Turkey:
- Affordable price level for high quality life
- Property prices and rents in Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir and Antalya vary widely by district and have risen sharply in recent years, so check current local listings
- Tuition and education costs are low in Turkey
- Affordable healthcare and medical treatment
Reason 2: Turkey Is a Very Safe Country:
- Efficient Police Force
- Strong Administration
- Safe Streets
- Strong gun control regulation and policy in Turkey
- Very low crime rate
Reason 3: There Are Many Profitable Business Opportunities in Turkey:
- Strong domestic consumer market
- Istanbul is a global hub for business, commerce, trade and conferences
- Turkey is very close to European countries, Russia and Middle East
- Turkish financial system and banks are well integrated with the rest of the world
Reason 4: Turkey Has a Great Climate:
- You can see 4 seasons in Turkey (summer, autumn, winter and spring)
- Mild weather
- Each part of Turkey has different climate and weather
Reason 5: Turkey Has Developed Infrastructure:
- Turkish roads are very modern
- There are airports in all major cities of Turkey
- High-speed train is available
Reason 6: High-Quality Healthcare System at Affordable Rates:
- Turkish doctors are experienced and well-educated
- Turkish hospitals are ideal for surgical operations and dental operations
- Public hospital care costs little for people covered by the state health insurance (SGK), who pay small co-payments; patients without this cover pay the public tariff
Reason 7: Turkey Has a Rich History and There Are Many Historical Landmarks:
- Turkey is the home of early civilizations
- Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque are very famous in Istanbul
- There are ancient Greek and Roman cities in the west part of Turkey, such as Ephesus
Reason 8: Fabulous Nature of Turkey:
- Mountain areas in the eastern part of Turkey
- Mediterranean Sea and amazing beaches in the southern part of Turkey
- In the north of Turkey, there are forests
- You should definitely see Cappadocia
Reason 9: Astonishing Social Life:
- Turkish cuisine is very diverse and tasty
- Expat community in Turkey
- Lots of social events
Reason 10: Turkey Is Located in The Center of the World:
- There are many direct flights from Istanbul International Airport to major airports worldwide
- Istanbul is a great choice for international travelers
- You can use Istanbul Airport as your hub for your flights
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