Recep Tayyip Erdoğan
International trips 2014-2018 (1st presidency)
This page analyzes the travel activity of Recep Tayyip Erdoğan during the period of International trips 2014-2018 (1st presidency). It shows which cities, countries, and regions were visited, how often travel occurred, and which locations were most important.
Based on recorded data, this dataset highlights travel patterns and frequently visited destinations, providing insight into movement across different regions and locations.
Where did Recep Tayyip Erdoğan travel during this period?
During this period, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan visited
66 countries and
113 cities across
5 continents.
The most frequently visited locations include key cities that played an important role in
international diplomacy and political meetings.
Recep Tayyip Erdoğan is the long-serving President of Turkey, known for his powerful political influence and transformative impact on the country’s modern landscape. Rising from his early career as Mayor of Istanbul, he became a central figure in Turkish politics through his leadership of the AK Party and his tenure as Prime Minister before assuming the presidency in 2014. Erdoğan is recognized for steering major economic, infrastructural, and geopolitical initiatives, positioning Turkey as a key regional actor. His leadership style, often described as assertive and strategic, has shaped both domestic policy and Turkey’s role on the global stage. Today, Erdoğan remains one of the most influential and closely watched political leaders worldwide.
This page focuses on the travel activity of Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and the locations visited during this specific period.
Travel facts: Recep Tayyip Erdoğan – International trips 2014-2018 (1st presidency)
This includes official diplomatic visits and international meetings.
- Period: 2014-09-01 – 2018-05-20
- First stop: North Nicosia, Northern Cyprus
- Last stop: Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Continents visited: 5
- Countries visited: 66
- Cities visited: 113
During this period, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan visited 66 countries and 113 cities across 5 continents.
The data highlights key locations and frequently visited places, showing how travel activity was distributed geographically over time.
Erdoğan’s first presidential term, from 2014 to 2018, marked a historic shift in Turkey’s political landscape as he began transforming the presidency from a largely ceremonial office into a more influential executive role. During this period, he focused on expanding Turkey’s regional presence, maintaining economic growth, and strengthening national security amid rising regional instability. The term was defined by significant domestic political developments, including the 2016 coup attempt, which led to major restructuring of state institutions. Erdoğan also laid the groundwork for the constitutional referendum that would reshape Turkey’s political system. This era set the foundation for his long-term vision of a more centralized and powerful presidency.
Which countries and cities did Recep Tayyip Erdoğan visit most?
The travel data shows clear differences in how often certain locations were visited. Some cities and countries appear multiple times, indicating repeated visits, while others were visited only once.
During this period, the most frequently visited city/territory was Riyadh with 5 visits, while United States ranks as the most visited country with 7 visits.
Other destinations include Doha (5 visits) and Kuwait City (4 visits), showing a mix of frequently visited locations and one-time stops.
Overall, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan visited 113 cities across 66 countries and 5 continents, reflecting the geographic scope of travel during this period.
For more details on the most visited cities by politicians, see Top Cities by Politicians.
While cities highlight key diplomatic hubs, the Top Countries by Politicians ranking reveals broader global travel patterns.
