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| One of my favorite vacation destinations is the city of Istanbul, located in the western part of Turkey. The city has "history" written all over it, and inhabits an incredible culture of friendly people. One hobby of mine is the study of cultures and their respective banners and flags, as hoisted on past and present flag poles. During my days in Istanbul and area I recall the incredibly tall poles flying the boldly colored national "red flag." I have seen the flag on sale here in the United States as part of a selection of a number of international flags for sale. Interestingly, and despite somewhat of a lack of historical information on this national banner, the use of the red color on the Turkey banner is said to date back to the time of the Ottomans. The Ottomans in fact converted the nation to the religion of Islam, during the 1400's. Some of the other elements are not as old, yet have been around for hundreds of years. Turkey is officially called the Republic of Turkey and considered a Eurasian country located in the western part of Asia, and southeastern Europe. Some of the other countries that border the republic are: Greece, Armenia and Iran. Interestingly, the Mediterranean Sea borders Turkey to the south; the Black Sea does so to the north. The Turkish Straits are the bodies of water that separate Europe and Asia. Greece and Turkey may have seen better days or not. These two countries have had somewhat of a bad marriage for many years, if not decades or centuries. One area of conflict has been the island of Cyprus, which is located in the Mediterranean Sea, south of both respective territories. Considered a republic in our day, this island is officially called the Republic of Cyprus. The president of this state is considered to be both the head of state and the head of the Cyprian government. Cyprian politics can become complicated at times. The national flag of the island of Cyprus is unique and thus very much different from that banners hoisted on Greek and Turkish flag poles. Two olive branches are displayed, which refer to the spirit of peace and cooperation that was aspired to by the Greek and Turkish populations of the island. The dove with an olive branch represented in the coat of arms repeats the message conveyed in the flag. The years of independence, 1960, are also commemorated in the national emblem. Those interested in purchasing international flags for sale, which includes the Turkish national banner and such, consider the better quality ones that are likely produced from more durable materials. Nylon is one such material. If hoisted on flagpoles other than a Turkish type flagpole, consult with your local flag etiquette expert on the specifics in terms of guidelines. Chat with a flagpole expert today to learn how to best clean banners and flagpoles. | ||
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