smkalpakci
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I am sorry but whoever told you that is ignorant. I have been in Turkey for 4 years and there are gay guys here but I dare say that they are like gay guys everywhere. Turkish men are like men everywhere. They are only going to hit on you if they are gay. If you are worried about it here, you should be worried everywhere you go. |
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Jodi
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Turkey is a Muslim country and that religion is somewhat intolerant of homosexuality (as are others, not singling out one religon here). That said, in many countries it is not considered "gay" for men to be physically friendly: hugging, holding hands, etc. Has nothing to do with sex. Also, the idea of personal space is not as well-defined as in the US, so a man may stand very close to you when speaking, or may stare just from curiosity. My parents had a Turkish exchange student and he was an absolute delight. They went over there to visit and report that the people are wonderfully friendly. Don't mistake interest and friendliness for come-ons. Have fun, it is a fabulous country. |
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paul m
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No, they are very friendly to everyone. |
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livinfortheweekend2
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Yes but only good looking ones, so you can relax. |
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Dan H
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lol, funny question. Not in my experience though I was only there for a few days. Sorry if you wanted them too:P |
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adventurous
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Jodi is right. Additionally, just one saying: "it is a mediterranian country" |
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dare2know
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I'm 27 years old, spent all this time in Turkey, and I can confidently tell you that your question is based on "wishful thinking" rather than knowledge.
Enjoy your holiday. |
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Slick Rick
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If its true I must be doing something wrong.
there are some tour operaters that offer gay holidays you could ask your travel agent.
not sure if there are any in ,Turkey good luck |
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Matt
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What Jodi said is true. The men here are very "touch feely" with other men, but don't think anything about it. It's just a way of expressing friendship.
I don't think there are many homosexual men in Turkey, at least a lot less than I am use to seeing (I am from Southern California haha). But, I had a gay friend visit once and he was able to find a gay club in Istanbul. He said it was very bad though, and left within 5 minutes.
Are you gay and looking for this when you come? If so, then like anywhere, I am sure you can find it if you really search for it. But don't just start hitting on every guy that touches you because they might be homophobic or even get offended and want to hurt you ;-)
And... if you are asking because you are homophobic and don't want guys to hit on you... well, then... I guess all I can say is... don't worry. I don't think Turkish men go around hitting on other men very often. |
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Little Miss Sunshine
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I hope not! Me & hubby are going in 3 weeks! I wouldn't have thought so, though! |
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frankturk50
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I live in Turkey and can say definitely you are out of luck try somewhere else. |
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Jenufa
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Not that I have noticed, quite the opposite they can be very macho. |
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streetrider1993
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Even though I moved to the US, after living in Istanbul for 13 years, you will be seeing men 'checking you out' but usually the cute ones. You have to be pretty good looking if your being checked out by our men. I thought some other boys were kinda cool if they weren't from Turkey. Usually they're looking because you don't look like one of them. Other than that, they like you.
Hope I helped |
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♫ ...Hey Godverdomde Engel™
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Lol, of course not. Well, there might be a few homosexuals but you can't really be openly homosexual without being discriminated against or rejected by your family and environment. Those types of guys would really think twice, they're aware of the possibility of them being murdered the same day. Unfortunately, Turkey is a very homophobic country, I hope that will change soon.
P.S. look out for the beggars on the streets, they're rude and most of them aren't even really poor, they might just be richer than you. If you do see kids begging, give them food instead of money, their parents cripple them on purpose so that they can beg on the streets and make money for them. |
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Çetin
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hi Tom,my friend
I'm sorry but your question insult us therefore i will report your question. |
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Spike
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If they're comin onto a girl, dependin on wat type of guy he is, he'll run to the hills if her dad's around!! |
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stressed erica
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no really just be glad ur not a woman! im goung this summer its a goreous contry but the men are totally perveted i first went when i was 14 and i had 40 year old men hitting on me ewww! |
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Michelin Star
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cover your globes just to be sure |
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Tania A
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mostly jus women..unless ur extremely handsome. |
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snorky998
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Yup. Best keep your back to the wall at all times. |
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origamimark
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it is true that they are not that bothered whether you are male or female - just so long as you have somewhere to put their .... |
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Blue Raven
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they come on to women a lot, but if you look like you have money and time for play, they'll come on to you too. Beware of bare butts and undone shirts! |
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Barbaratus
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Yes........the saying goes in turkey a woman is for giving birth a man is for making love to!!!
Dont worry i go in july, but im ugl;y so hopefully it wont matter :) |
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Andy
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Only hairy men who smell like camels- so you'd better watch out!! |
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Sarah
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Turkish men will latch onto anybody/anything with an English passport. Don't be offended by it they just want to get to our country! |
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