Turkey takes its role as interface between Europe and Asia as the focal point of its contribution. As cradle of numerous cultures and origin of large empires - from the Hethites to the Ottoman empire - the country shares a great many historical and cultural roots with Europe.

Reproductions of historical monuments and excavation findings inside the pavilion bear witness to these common features. Going past the Trojan horse or the giant statue of Mount Nemrut, the visitor then arrives at an exhibition about tourism and biological diversity. Here once again, sustained development is the guiding motif for the reorganisation of this important branch of the economy.

The pavilion building itself is light and transparent, and reflects the hospitality and openness of the Turkish people.

FOOD & DRINK

A culinary quest for the cuisine of the Ottoman court 

Specials
Döner kebab with side dish, as a sandwich or in special doughy bread
"Izgara köfte" - grilled rissoles of various kinds
Chicken or lamb shashlik
"Pogaca" - pastries with or without sheep's cheese

Desserts 
"Incir tatlisi" - fig dessert
"Asure" - the dessert from Noah's Ark

Beverages 
"Turk kahvesi" - mocha, Turkish tea or apple tea