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Istanbul Traffic Picks Up as Eid Holidays End
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Traffic congestion in Istanbul on the first working day after Eid al-Adha holiday
After a 9-day Eid al-Adha holiday, Istanbul faced traffic congestion on the first working day of the week. According to the IMM Mobile traffic application, traffic was measured at 47 percent as of 08:00 in the morning.
Drivers experienced difficulties as vehicles moved slowly in the direction of Cevizlibağ Edirne. The streets were packed with cars, causing delays for commuters trying to reach their destinations.
As seen in the image provided, the roads were filled with vehicles as people returned to work after the holiday break. The congestion served as a stark reminder of the challenges of commuting in a bustling city like Istanbul.
Authorities advised commuters to plan their journeys carefully and consider alternative routes to avoid getting stuck in traffic. Stay tuned for more updates on the traffic situation in Istanbul.