Number of tourists visiting Turkey has reached 25 million in 2009. This figure is expected to continue its upward trend in 2010.

You can find comprehensive information on major tourism destinations in Turkey in our web pages.

Turkish economy has been developing rapidly in the recent years. With its foreign trade volume reaching almost 300 billion Dollars, Turkey has become an important regional economic power as well as an attractive market for foreign investors.

 Diplomatic relations between Turkey and Italy dates back to 1856. The newly formed Italian Kingdom was recognized by the Ottoman Empire with an imperial addict on 5 July 1861. The Embassy, which was first established in Turin and then in Florence, has been moved to Rome in 1871.

Turkish Embassy has been serving at its current chancellery in Rome (Palazzo Gamberini) since 1887.

In our web site you can find information on Turkey, Turkey-Italy relations, and consular relations.

With our best wishes,
Turkish Embassy, Roma