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Turkish Lira (TL) Replaces New Turkish Lira (YTL) as of January 1, 2009

by Istanbul Trails

in City Trip, Visa, Money & Safety

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 transition period [...]

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Hard Currency, Plastic or Turkish Liras?

by Istanbul Trails

in City Trip, Visa, Money & Safety

With some 25 million visitors finding their way to Turkey every year, tourism is a key player in the country’s economy.
Since tourists shouldn’t encounter any difficulties spending their money, all options are open: cash, credit cards and maybe even still traveler’s cheques. But what is the most sensible way to bring your money along?

The Turkish [...]

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