Ozlem / Turkiye 
What do you like about your country?
Hi. I'm Ozlem and I'm from Turkey. My question is, what do you like about your country?
I love many things about my country. Firstly, it is located in a unique geographical position. It is a bridge between Asia and Europe. It is one of the world's top 10 travel destinations, and there are many reasons for this. For example, every region in Turkey has its own kitchen culture. So be sure to gain weight if you come here.
And apart from big cities like Ankara, Istanbul or Izmir, there are plenty of nature escapes. And then, what else? It has beautiful beaches because it is surrounded by Black Sea, Aegean Sea and Mediterranean. They are all great. There are many, many other things I can talk about it, but it would take hours for me.
So I strongly suggest you visit here.
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unique geographical position
Meaning: A special location in the world that is not like others.
Examples:
- Turkey has a unique geographical position between Asia and Europe.
- Japan’s unique geographical position makes it surrounded by sea.
a bridge between
Meaning: A connection linking two places or things.
Examples:
- Turkey is a bridge between Asia and Europe.
- Language can be a bridge between cultures.
be sure to
Meaning: Definitely do something; don’t miss it.
Examples:
- Be sure to try the local food.
- Be sure to visit the museum.
gain weight
Meaning: To become heavier; to add body weight.
Examples:
- You will gain weight if you eat too much dessert.
- I always gain weight during holidays.
apart from
Meaning: Besides; except for.
Examples:
- Apart from the big cities, there are many quiet places to visit.
- Apart from soccer, I also like basketball.
nature escapes
Meaning: Natural places where people can relax.
Examples:
- We found some beautiful nature escapes near the city.
- Forests and beaches are perfect nature escapes.
strongly suggest
Meaning: To recommend something very clearly.
Examples:
- I strongly suggest you visit Turkey.
- The guide strongly suggested the walking tour.
it would take hours
Meaning: It would need a long time.
Examples:
- I have so much to say, it would take hours.
- Explaining the history would take hours.
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