Ý worked for 3 years in Ankara. There people are open minded and wasnt quit a problem for me being a foreigner. But in Ýstanbul is not the same. Ý think all depends on the enviroment you are living.. Some people know nothing but work and looking for women no matter their age

Ý think we all have to thank you for your honest answer. Sad but true.

How are places like Adana? Are they more conservative? Again, I know that alot depends on the person but also I know that some cities can generally be more accepting since they have more outside influence.

Yeah, I think the lifestyle, religious, etc. comment is very true also.

Adana is the 5th big city from Turkey. All Ý can say is that is very conservative and even if you are with somebody men are turning their head after you (not for beauty but for being a woman)

I do agree that Turkish men want to be served by their women. This is the culture that they are brought up in. I did experienced it when I try to make Turkish Tea for my guy and immediately he got up when he sees that I do it wrongly. He taught me step by step and I mastered it. But then, the whole day, I got to stand by the stove to make small cups of tea for him whenever he finishes the cup. But I did forget about it and later burnt the lower kettle... hahaha...

Well from where I am from, making tea is just boiling big pot of water, add tea and put into a air-tight container. Then when we want any, just pour into a cup and drink it. We do not waste time standing by the stove the whole day. Singapore is a fast moving city where everything is to be done instantly, quick & time saving.  

Thinking back now, I wanna laugh... I wondered what will happen if I bring my guy to my world... maybe it will do him some good to experience the culture shock too...  

Also the turkish tea must be fresh all the time

Aferin sana! And im trying for 5 years to convince my people in vain that turkish are not as they think !

 mercan, i havent had the time to send you PM or anything as a warning...and thought my comment here was enough to send the right massage to you !

http://www.turkishclass.com/turkish/forum/forumTitle_41457

So let me also be straight to the point.

TLC is a site which interest in, Turkish langauge, Türkiye, and the cultural that she represt.

We talk about many things also, actually about whatever we want... as long as it follow the rules that WE ´and that includes you´  agree on as a condition to be a member here !

We get along some, we disagree many, but still we try to maintain some high level we like to have here in our forum and our site.

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So, let me welcome you here among us joining us to maintain that level, and...

Comments as the above ones are not welcome really

So pls, avoid such... and thank you.

Thank you Canli. I deleted the vulgar, offensive post.

Even though Adana is a big city, they call it "the largest village in the world", because it is not a modern place. Most people are very conservative.

Istanbul: The big apple of Turkey. Many Turks consider Istanbul as the most beautiful city in the world. The city is quite enermous in size extending about 40 kms on the Asian side thus merging with the town of Gebze originally in the provincial borders of Kocaeli and more 60 kilometer on the European side and is probably beginning to stretch into the borders of Silivri about 67 kilometers from the town center. It has a population of nearly 13 million (as of 2007). Most of this population came to the city during the migration frenzy that took  place roughly between 50´s and 90´s. This effectively inflated the city´s population and placed high demands on the infrastructure designed for much fewer people. Today many of the city´s problems can be linked to this rapid urbanization period (which is still continueing) that has spoiled the natural environment of the city. Istanbul is very beautiful today but most say (including foreign observers), it was a dream city only a century ago.

If you like sightseeing you will never have a chance to get bored in Istanbul because it takes ages to see all the places worth seeing. Topkapi and Dolmabahce palaces, Grand Bazaar, Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque as well as Istanbul Archeological Museum must not be missed.

Ankara: Very cold in the winter, hot and dry in the summer. Isolated from the sea by mountains surrounding the city. It has little to offer in terms of natural beauty. Before the establishment of the Republic Ankara was a small town. It has become a big city mostly populated by bureaucrats and civil servants who prefer to live in a tidy and orderly city. Ankara may sometimes surprize you with its dynamic young population, social activities and theaters some of which are very good indeed. There is a rivalry between the new generations of both cities.  Although most of them admit, Istanbul is the nicer city, they criticize its chaotic life and the notorious traffic. 

Ýzmir: Ýzmir is a city on the Aegean coast. It has a large port and a dynamic economic life. In some regards, Izmir is the Seattle of Turkey- broad minded people, a rich social life, a healthy cuisine and a nice city. Izmir is very hot in the summer but luckily all the top holiday centers are just a quick drive away. If you like history, this town is your heaven. There are excellent museums in the region.  

Bursa: Ottoman baths, Uludag (Mt. Olympus historically), winter sports, textile, industry... Bursa has recently become one of the fastest developing cities in the country. There are many mosques to be seen the most notable one being Ulucami. You should also visit the Green Tomb which iss famous for its tiles.

Bursa is located on the Western end of the Silver Road. It has a vivid business life and lots of shopping centers. After seeing the city, you should take the cable car to Mt. Uludag.

Adana: Adana was the fourth largest city in Turkey until recently. It shrunk but gave out its population to other big cities like Istanbul. That is why there is a Adana culture everywhere. TV´s are full of shows featuring the imaginary lives of feudal but rich families of Adana.

Adana is also home for many of the kebab varieties and therefore the biggest influence on the eating habits of entire Turkey with Adana kebab always in high demand. It is therefore quite difficult to find a decent restaurant offering vegetable dishes in Istanbul.

Those above just five largest cities in Turkey. There are many others some of which are a lot more interesting some of the cities on the list.