A concise list of the major Turkish holidays...important to know when you are visiting Turkey!

Anyone wanting to truly understand Turkish culture would do well to read the book, "Once There Was, Twice There Wasn't" by Michael Shelton. Knowing the stories, jokes, and tragedies of a culture is one of the keys to understanding the language and learning how to build bridges to the people.

What is the capital of Turkey and where is it located? What is it like? Learn about Ankara and Turkish culture in the capital.

What is the Hashemite Kingdom? Who are the rulers of Jordan?

Yemen is a beautiful country with friendly people. One of the most ancient Islamic cultures, it holds the key entrance to the Red Sea and the transport of oil.