The modern name for Anatolia is Turkey. Anatolia, also known as Asia Minor, is a large peninsula in Western Asia and the westernmost protrusion of the Asian continent. It makes up the majority of the country of Turkey today. The region has a rich history, having been home to various civilizations, including the Hittites, Phrygians, Lydians, Persians, Greeks, Romans, Byzantines, and Ottomans. The name ‘Anatolia’ comes from the Greek word ‘Anatolē,’ meaning ‘east’ or ‘sunrise,’ reflecting its position relative to the Greek world. Over time, the region became known as Turkey, derived from the medieval Latin ‘Turchia,’ meaning ‘land of the Turks.’
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