Europe
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The crescent moon and star are symbols of Islam. Legend says the crescent reflected in pools of blood after a battle.
Capital
Ankara
Continent
Europe
Population
84.0 million
Flag symbolism
The crescent moon and star are symbols of Islam. Legend says the crescent reflected in pools of blood after a battle.
Did you know?
Turkey is the world's largest producer of hazelnuts, providing about 75% of the global supply.