what do you think about turkish culture and what can you tell me?i am going to visit my turkish bf's family

Answer 1

Well, unfortunately Turkish culture is dominated by their denial of the Armenian Genocide of 1915 in which their Ottoman forefathers deliberately exterminated 1,500,000 Armenians that used to inhabit a large part of present day Turkey. I am sure this may seem like no concern to you. But culture reflects society. Ask them about the Armenian Genocide and see whether they become defensive or are open about it. This way you will know what kind of family they are. The Turkish government even persecutes anyone who refuses to deny the Armenian Genocide ever took place. In France tomorrow they will be adopting a rule to punish anyone who tries to deny the Armenian Genocide. That's the difference of cultures for you. No one can deny their past and live past it.

Answer 2

Going on holiday to a tourist resort and going to visit a family are two completely different things. Also it depends where you are going, if the family are traditionally Muslim, not terribly religious, Turkish or Kurdish.
You will be force fed. Very difficult to refuse food, however politely you try. You will probably not be left alone for a moment. They mean well, but your boyfriend's sisters, aunts or mother will take your hand when crossing the street, help you off and on with your shoes (which you should take off before entering the house), and might even offer to wash your back when you take a shower.

This is all part of the 'my house is your house' culture, but it can be a bit oppressive.

You should probably make sure that you have longish skirts and tops with sleeves - but that depends on where you go and the family background. Don't rely on your boyfriend - he'll probably tell you, 'It doesn't matter, don't worry, my mother will love you.'

Good luck, a great experience. I've stayed with families in eastern Turkey many times and I love it, but I always try to fit in as much as possible.

Answer 3

ive been going to turkey for last 18 yrs to visit friends.about 5 years ago one of them met an english girl who was lovely with her head screwed on as she got a years visa to stay there to know if he was "the one"he has his own home and she went to live with him which his parents werent happy about to say the least.she tried hard to learn the language so she could talk to his mother(his father never attempted to speak to her) and after a year they got married they now have a little girl.we were there this year and she looked really fed up sedat works all the hours god sends and she hardly see,s him his family still look at her as the english girl not including her in conversations even though she now speaks turkish very well.they adore theyre granddaughter.she has spoken to sedat about it he keeps saying they like her but would have prefered him to marry an turkish girl!!its putting a huge strainon their relationship to say the least.just make sure you know what youre getting into.good luck

Answer 4

I was in Turkey last year and it is stunning. The beaches are incredible, the food is delicious (kebabs/mezze platters/fresh fish etc.) beautiful shrines/temples and everything is really cheap. We got hassled alot from the Turkish men however and were often followed by men but I don't think they do it to scare you, just out of curiosity. Amazing place! So different.

Answer 5

Turkish people are very civilised,
you'll like their friendship,
Just say: Merhaba (that's the greeting)

Answer 6

sister may be you can eat plenty of turkey in turkey

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