Eid Aftermath and Summer Preparations: Istanbul Navigates Traffic and Designates Swimming Zones
As the Eid al-Adha holiday concluded, Istanbul experienced a significant surge in urban traffic. On the first workday following the holiday, morning rush hour congestion levels reached 60%, with particularly heavy vehicle volume recorded on the Asian side of the city.
Concurrently, local authorities are preparing for the summer season. Following the completion of seasonal evaluations, the municipality has officially designated 95 locations across Istanbul as approved swimming zones for the 2026 summer period, providing residents and tourists with regulated areas for coastal recreation.
Sources & Links:
Daily Sabah: Istanbul traffic reaches 60% congestion on 1st day back after Eid
Hürriyet Daily News: Istanbul designates 95 swimming zones for summer
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