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In this post – the second article of the Diplomatic Missions in Istanbul and Turkey series – we’ll cover all the countries that have a Consulate or Consulate-General in Istanbul. The consulates are listed in a chronological order. If you’re not in Istanbul and need consular assistance, check out whether your country is in the […]
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In this post – the first article of the Diplomatic Missions in Istanbul and Turkey series – we’ll cover all the countries that have an embassy in Turkey. The embassies are listed in a chronological order. If you need consular assistance while residing in Istanbul, you want to check out the list of countries that […]
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While travelling to a foreign country, it’s recommended to check whether your country of origin has an embassy, a consulate or maybe both in the country of your destination. And if so, to find out where they are located and/or what their telephone numbers are should an emergency arise. Luckily for you, most nations have […]
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Inaugurated on 17 January 1875, Istanbul’s Tunnel (Tünel) is the world’s shortest and third-oldest passenger terminal, after the underground systems of London and New York. This one-stop funicular climbs the steeply uphill for 500 meters from Karaköy to Tünel Square at the southern end of Istiklal Caddesi in the Beyoğlu district. Only recently, after five […]
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The Golden Horn (Haliç) is an inlet of the Bosphorus with two rivers draining into it at the far end. It is considered to be the world’s largest natural harbor and separates the European shore of Istanbul into two. The best places to observe the Golden Horn’s activity and grace are the Galata Bridge if […]
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The New Turkish Lira (Yeni Türk Lirası, YTL) – which was introduced on January 1, 2005 – will be replaced by the Turkish Lira (Türk Lirası, TL) as of January 1, 2009. At the same time, the 200 Turkish Lira banknote has been introduced. Turkey Drops the ’Y’ in Its National Currency After a 4-year […]
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He who breaks a resolution is a weakling; He who makes one is a fool. ~ F. M. Knowles The New Year also marks the first anniversary of Istanbul Trails. A year in which 133 articles were written about this marvelous city. Thank you all very much for your attention, comments and compliments! Despite the […]
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