Turkey – Turkey's capital is Ankara

(Pronounced tur-kee and an-ker-uh)

To remember the capital of Turkey, use the following mnemonic:

All the turkeys (Turkey) had anchors around (Ankara) their ankles.

Interesting facts about Ankara:

- Gallic Roots: The ancient Greeks originally named the city Ancyra, meaning “anchor”, and it historically served as the capital of the Tectosages, a Celtic tribe that migrated from Europe.

- Ancient Feline Origin: The city is the historic birthplace of the distinctive Angora cat breed, celebrated globally for its long, silky coat.

- Ancient Roman Ruins: Ankara preserves significant classical antiquity, including the Temple of Augustus and Rome, which displays the famous inscription detailing the achievements of the Roman Emperor Augustus.