Turkey is a multinational state with a rich historical past. This is confirmed by both cultural traditions and folklore. The population of Turkey for 2013 is approximately 75 million people. In addition to the Turks, Arabs, Zazaks, Adygs, Kurds, Lezghins, Armenians, Albanians and other peoples live in the country. In second place in terms of numbers after the Turks are the Kurds. Among the officially recognized minorities of Turkey are Armenians, Jews and Greeks. Therefore, the national question is very acute in the country . Recently, the population of Turkey has been growing rapidly.
Character and appearance of residents
The bizarre and intricate traditions give the inhabitants of the country a special flavor. The population of Turkey in terms of appearance varies greatly. Here you can meet blondes and brunettes, similar to Europeans. There are Turks very similar to Armenians. One of the main distinguishing features of the Turks is the presence of a mustache. Almost the entire population of Turkey (its male part) wears a mustache, which is a matter of pride. An exception are men living in tourist cities. The Turkish character is controversial and multifaceted. It carries the features of the ancient east and modern west.
The Turks are very proud of their country and mourn over its current situation. They consider themselves better and superior to other nations. However, the difficult situation in the country severely affects the pride of its inhabitants. This is where changes in behavior appear. From one person you can hear both harsh criticism and the glorification of the Turkish way of life. On the other hand, the Turks are a very devoted and emotional people, and in a difficult situation they will always come to the rescue. If you have acquired an enemy in the person of a Turk, then it will be dangerous. If you have a friend, then he will be the most devoted friend. Turks rarely change their attitude. It is not necessary to show objectivity and prudence in relation to the inhabitants of this country. Turks are very self-critical, but do not tolerate criticism from the outside. And any manifestation of mistrust causes them irritation and leads to a breakdown in relations.
Family attitude
In relation to the family, the population of Turkey adheres to eastern traditions. Family ties and family are of great importance. In any family, the authority of its head is undeniable and absolute. Children and mother obediently listen to their father, while younger children obey their elders and honor their parents. When the head of the family comes in, everyone should stand up. If a young girl leaves her parental home, then she ceases to be a member of the family and becomes a member of her husband's family. But until she gives birth to a son, thereby replenishing the population of Turkey, she will not become a full member of the family. During the first month, the young wife should not communicate with her husband and address the members of the new family by name. Only the birth of a son can increase her position in the family and society. Moreover, the more she gave birth to sons, the more respect for her and higher social status. If a woman is barren and cannot give birth to an heir, then the threat of divorce is very likely. In Turkey, a blank lifestyle is unnatural. Even wealthy men consider the presence of a wife and a son the main criterion for a happy life.