Boarding eight different countries, Turkey is located at the crossroads of East and West. The countrys convenient location ensures short flight times throughout Europe and the Middle East. The country has a rich and storied history with many empires dominating the region. The country has a population of 78 million and the economy is now defined as an emerging market with the worlds 17th largest nominal GDP. The vast majority of the population identifies as Muslim and the country is considered an EU candidate.
The Turkish passport affords visa-free travel to 112 countries which would substantially increase should the country gain EU membership.