Turkey’s top 10 most popular superstitions
From chucking water after someone to avoiding whistling indoors or at night, some Turks believe in very unique superstitions. (Shutterstock Photo)

Turks can be a superstitious bunch and many hold steadfast beliefs about certain signs, objects and behavior. As outdated and silly as these may seem, here are 10 the Turks still follow – you know, just in case



Nobody can argue that the Turks have a unique way of going about life. Whether it be their joie de vivre, spontaneity, overwhelming generosity, elephant-like memory or extreme hospitality, the Turkish culture is obviously very colorful. Thus, it should also come of no surprise that there are a number of steadfast superstitions by which the Turks abide. While some may seem familiar, many of these beliefs are somewhat unique to Turkey and could be worth noting before visiting the country as a foreigner.

Bring on the good fortune