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From trips to the beach, tours around historical sites, and a rich, unique cuisine, there is plenty to spend your lira on in the stunning country of Turkey.

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The Low Down on Turkish Currency

Currency:	Turkish lira
Currency code:	TRY
Central Bank:	Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey
Currency symbol:	₺ (lira)
Currency sub unit:	kr (kuruş)
Bank notes:	₺5, ₺10, ₺20, ₺50, ₺100, ₺200
Coins:	1kr, 5kr, 10kr, 25kr, 50kr, ₺1

The lira has been in circulation in various forms since the Ottoman Empire. First, known as the Ottoman lira, lasted for just under 80 years before being replaced by the first Turkish lira, which was introduced in 1923.

Following a redenomination in 2005, the second Turkish lira was brought into circulation in 2005.

New Turkish lira banknotes are available in 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, and 200 lira. Coins in circulation include 5kr, 10kr, 25kr, 50kr and 1lira.

What to spend your Lira on:

One-way ticket on the Ankara metro

1.75 TRY
A soft drink in a restaurant

2.5 TRY
A lunchtime meal in Istanbul

23 TRY
Taxi from Ankara Esenboga
Airport to Ankara city centre

63 TRY
Trip along the Dalyan River
and Turtle Beach

69 TRY

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Must-sees in Turkey

Istanbul
A combination of empires that once ruled the area, from Ottoman to Byzantine and everything in between has resulted in Turkey’s largest city evolving into an eclectic mix of culture, architecture, sights and experiences.

Antalya
A part of Turkey’s southern Mediterranean region, Antalya has become synonymous with relaxed, beach holidays. Yachts moor off shore, lazy days melt into to festive nights and the area remains rich with historical sites and museums.

Ankara
Turkey’s capital, Ankara is a cosmopolitan city full of heritage sites and history to explore. Explore old castles and ruins from eras gone by, empires that have shaped this city’s rich history.

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Turkey Travel Guide

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