For many Russians,Turkey has become a habitual destination for the summer holidays. Of course, for a thousand dollars here you can enjoy all the joys of he-inclusive, lounging in the foam of the warm sea and frying his carcass on the beach. However, relaxing in the resort environment, many Russian tourists forget about the prohibitions of this country and get into unpleasant situations. What should not be done while in Turkey?
First of all, do not forget that this state, though considered secular, but its population is 97% Muslim, who are very zealous for compliance with their laws. Such a notion as honor or in Turkish Namus is very important here and any encroachment on it is severely punished. So it is not necessary to bother a girl on the streets. Her male relatives will not understand even the most innocent flirtation. Also, it is not worth taking pictures of local residents without their prior consent. In Turkey, a year ago, a law was passed on this matter, so do not tempt fate. Another restriction on the behavior of tourists is the appearance in public places with alcoholic beverages. Most Turks are not friends with the "green snake", and those who consume hot, do so either in bars and restaurants or at home, away from strangers' eyes. So if you decide to walk along the waterfront with a can of beer in your hand, you simply do not understand and the attention of the police will be provided to you. Do not dress too sexy and makeup provocatively. Unfortunately, in relation to Slavic women in Turkey, there is not the most flattering opinion, so it is not necessary to confirm it once again. Try to do without the frank decollete and ultra-short skirts on vacation. Or at least do not wear them outside the resort area. On the beach, too, do not showcase your charms. Firstly, sunbathing topless is not good for your health, and secondly, you should not tempt local men, collecting on your head trouble. On the beach may meet local ladies dressed in a Muslim bathing suit - hashem. It is a set of hats, long-sleeved shirts,and pants. In it, the body of a Muslim woman is completely closed to outsiders. Of course, this outfit looks unusual, but you should not draw attention to such a spectacle and take pictures without permission. In Turkey, it is not customary to catch a car on the street. For girls, a trip in a passing car can end very badly. Use public transport or a taxi to get around.
It is not even worth trying to take any historical sights out of Turkey. This is punishable by law and is very strict. This year there was already a precedent when a Russian tried to take a small stone out of the country, which, according to him, he bought in a souvenir shop. Customs officers, on the other hand, assessed the cobblestone as a historical landmark and detained the tourist. Now he is still in a Turkish prison, waiting for the trial. He may face a penalty of several years in prison in this country. Visiting the mosque, women need to dress so that their hands and feet are covered, be sure to cover their heads with a handkerchief or headdress. Everyone should take off their shoes before entering. In Turkey, one should not allow negative statements about the policy and especially about the founder of the Turkish Republic, Mustafa Kemal Ataturk. It is also better to keep with you the knowledge of Russian-Turkish relations, in particular, the victories of the Russian arms over the Ottoman one. Also, be careful on the roads in Turkey, few people follow the rules of the road. The rules of conduct of Russian tourists in Turkey are not so strict, but their observance will save them from many troubles and the long-awaited vacation will not be overshadowed by unpleasant incidents with the local population.
