Liability takes into account several factors such as safety, affordability, traffic, pollution and access to health care. These factors determine a city’s quality of life — in other words, how pleasant or unpleasant it is to live there. We have researched which cities are the best cities for foreigners in Turkey.
Discover the most pleasant cities to live in Turkey for foreigners.
13.Mersin
Mersin (pronounced [ˈmæsinsin]) is a large city with a port on the Mediterranean coast of southern Turkey.
According to the latest estimate of 2021, the population of the metropolitan province was 1,891,145 and 1,064,850 lived in the metropolitan area consisting of the 4 urban districts, making it the 11th most populated area in Turkey. As urbanization continues towards the east, a larger metropolitan area with Tarsus and Adana is being built with over 3.3 million inhabitants.
Mersin is an important hub of Turkish economy and Turkey’s largest seaport is located in the city. Merlin’s nickname in Turkey is “The Pearl of the Mediterranean” (Turkish: Akdeniz’in Incisi), and the city hosted the 2013 Mediterranean Games. Mersin is the provincial capital of the eponymous province of Mersin in Turkey. There are employment and business opportunities in Mersin for foreigners.
12.Adana
Adana (Turkish pronunciation: [aˈda.na (Armenian Greek: Ιδανα)) is a large city located in southern Turkey. The city is located on the Seyhan River, 35 km (22 mi) inland from the northeastern shores of the Mediterranean Sea.It has a population of 2.26 million.
Adana is located in the heart of Cilicia, which was once one of the most important regions of the classical ancient world. Cilicia, home to six million people, has one of the highest population densities in the Levant, in addition to being an agriculturally productive area thanks to the large fertile plain of Çukurova. About 10 million people live within a two-hour drive of downtown Adana, contributing to the large population centers surrounding Cilicia. Foreigners can experience vibrant life and great social life in Adana.
11.Edirne
Edirne formerly known as Hadrianopolis or Adrianople, Edirne is in the western part of Turkey and is very close to Turkey’s largest city, Istanbul. It borders Greece and Bulgaria (the closest point is 5.22 to 3.24 miles, or kilometers, from the border with Greece).
Edirne was the capital of the Ottoman Empire from 1369 to 1453, before Constantinople became the capital of the empire. The estimated population in 2020 is 190,408. It is a very relaxed city with great nature!
10.Muğla
Muğla (pronounced [ˈmuːaa]) is a city in southwestern Turkey. The city is the center of Menteşe District and Muğla Province, which stretches along the Aegean coast of Turkey. The center of Muğla is located inland at an altitude of 660 m and lies at a distance of about 30 km (19 mi) from the nearest coast in the Gulf of Gökova to its southwest. Mugla has world famous tourist provinces such as Bodrum, Marmaris, Datca, Dalyan, Fethiye, Ölüdeniz.
There are plenty of tourist activities to do and plenty of job opportunities in the tourism sector. Foreigners can consider living in Mugla.
9.Aydin
Aydin is located in the heart of the lower valley of the Büyük Menderes River (former Menderes River), in a dominant position for the region that stretches from the plateaus of the valley to the seaside. The population was 207,554 in 2014. The city of Aydin is located along a territory renowned for its fertility and productivity since ancient times. Figs remain the province’s best-known crop, although other agricultural products are also grown intensively and the city has light industry.
A six-lane highway connects Aydın to Izmir, Turkey’s second port, in less than an hour and then to Adnan Menderes International Airport, located at the intersection of a busy transport network of various types along of the road between the two towns. Aydın Airport, a smaller airport, is located a few kilometers southeast of Aydın. Aydın district, 19. also in the 18th century. It pioneered the introduction of railways to Turkey in the 18th century and still has the busiest railway network.
Aydın Province is also a province where world famous historical sites and tourist centers are concentrated.
8.Balıkesir
Balıkesir (Turkish pronunciation: [baˈlɯkesi]]) is a city in Turkey. Balikesir is located in the Marmara region of Turkey and has a population of 338,936.
the city, very rich in the historical sense, shelters Ayvalık, which is registered on the tentative list of the world heritage of Unesco.
The region is also quite developed in terms of history and tourism. Tens of thousands of domestic and foreign tourists spend their holidays every year, especially in such resorts as Ayvalik, Erdek. There are also natural beauties such as Bandırma Bird Sanctuary, Şahinderesi Canyon, excellent beaches such as Sarımsaklı, historical mosques, churches and ancient cities.
7.Çanakkale
Çanakkale (pronounced [tʃaˈnakkale]), formerly Dardanellia, is a city and port in Turkey in the province of Çanakkale on the southern shore of the Dardanelles at their narrowest point. The city’s population is 195,439 (2021 estimate).
Çanakkale is the nearest major urban center to the ancient city of Troy, which (together with the ancient region of Troad) is located in the province of Çanakkale. The wooden horse from the 2004 film Troy is displayed on the waterfront.
Ancient Abydos, where the story of the hero and Leander takes place, lies north of Çanakkale.
The first inhabitants of the region, who have hosted many civilizations, lived on the Biga Peninsula during the last Chalcolithic age, around 6,000 years ago. However, very little is known about the identity and way of life of these early settlers. According to some excavations and research, the first settlements in the region were established in Kumtepe. It is assumed that Kumkale was established in 4000 BC and Troy between 3500-3000 BC. Foreigners can experience the ancient culture and beautiful nature of Çanakkale.
6.Eskişehir
Eskisehir (Turkish: [eskisehir]; formerly “ski” and now “sehir”) is a city in northwestern Turkey. In Byzantine times, its name was Dorylaeum. The city has an urban population of 898,369 and the metropolitan area has a population of 797,708. The city is located on the banks of the Badger River at an altitude of 792 m above sea level, overlooking the fertile Phrygian Valley. Hot springs are found on the nearby hills. The city is 233. ((145 mi) west of Ankara, 330.. (205 mi) southeast of Istanbul and 78 (((48 mi) northeast of Kütahya. It is known as a university town; Eskişehir Technical University, Eskişehir Osmangazi University and Anadolu University are located in Eskişehir. The province covers an area of 2,678 km2 (1,034 sq mi). The city has a very lively nightlife thanks to the universities in the city.Foreigners can have a good time in Eskişehir.
5.Bursa
Bursa (Turkish pronunciation: [buspar]) is a city and the administrative center of Bursa Province in northwestern Turkey. Bursa, the fourth most populous city in Turkey and the second most populous city in the Marmara region, is one of the industrial centers of the country. The majority of Turkish automobile production takes place in Bursa. In 2019, the metropolitan province had a population of 3,056,120, of which 2,161,990 live in 3 provinces (Osmangazi, Yildirim and Nilufer) plus Gursu and Kestel, which are largely dockside. Bursa served as the first and second largest capital of the Ottoman Empire between 1335 and 1363.
Bursa has a rich history and can be an interesting place for foreigners to experience Turkish culture. Also, they can go skiing in Uludag mountain.
4.Antalya
Antalya (Turkish pronunciation: [antalja]; Ancient Greek: τΤτάλεια) is the fifth most populous city in Turkey.Antalya, located on the southwest coast of Anatolia, bordered by the Taurus Mountains, is the largest city Turkish Mediterranean Sea.
It has more than one million inhabitants in the metropolitan area. Antalya has the largest international resorts in Turkey, located on the Turkish Riviera. Large-scale development and state funding have boosted tourism. A record 13.6 million tourists passed through the city in 2019. It is an ideal place for foreigners looking for vacations and long-term stays.
3.İzmir
Izmir (English: /zzzməˈmər/ Turkish pronunciation: [izmiː]) is a metropolitan city at the western end of Anatolia. It is the third most populous city in Turkey after Istanbul and Ankara and the second largest urban agglomeration in the Aegean Sea after Athens. According to the latest estimates, the total population of Izmir province is 4,367,251. Izmir aims to become an important global city in terms of geographical location, natural resources, historical infrastructure, cultural wealth and manpower.
Izmir has assumed a vital function in the Anatolian geography for centuries, ensuring the flow of political, economic, social and cultural relations between Eastern and Western civilizations. For this reason, Izmir has a deep and well-established history dating back to 6000 BC. Izmir has acquired the appearance of a cosmopolitan city where many different identities coexist, especially Armenians, Franks, Greeks and Jews, due to the fact that it is a historic port city.
Moreover, Izmir has become over time an efficient, dynamic, inspiring and innovative city, in addition to being the “city of firsts” in Turkey and in the world in many fields. Its excellent beaches and lively city life make it an ideal city for foreigners who wish to live in Turkey.
2.Ankara
Ankara is the capital of Turkey and the country’s second largest city after Istanbul. It is located in the heart of Turkey and Central Anatolia. The population is approximately 4.5 million. Ankara is the administrative center of Turkey and a huge university city, so it has a large population of public officials and university students. As the national capital, Ankara is home to a large population of foreign diplomats and embassy staff, so it offers goods and services that might be harder to find in other Turkish cities. Ankara is a sprawling, modern city that may seem like little more than a drab concrete jungle at first glance. As a result, many tourists tend to use it simply as a transit point to get to places like Konya or Cappadocia. However, Ankara has a lot to offer for those willing to look a little deeper. Ankara has symbolic meaning for secular Turks. This is the place where a new era started for the Turkish people. It is a symbol of independence, development and Western values. Foreigners can choose to live in Ankara thanks to its diversity and high standard of living
1.İstanbul
Istanbul, the only city in the world with land on two continents, has land on the European and Asian continents.
Istanbul, the most populous city in Turkey, is one of the five most populous cities in the world. Its population is approximately 16.40 million people.
Istanbul fascinates its visitors with its magnificent natural beauties, historical buildings, golden domes, palaces, mansions, museums, parks, monuments, towers, culture and much more. Especially the Bosphorus-Istanbul Strait will affect you deeply. When the unique natural beauties of Istanbul are added to the historical monuments of Rome, Byzantium and the Ottoman Empire, a magnificent picture emerges.
Istanbul tops our list thanks to its tourist attractions, bustling city life, and international community.
