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Princes' Islands
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This small car-free archipelago (where horse-drawn carriages are the main transport) of around ten islands in the Sea of Marmara is a popular summer destination for Istanbul residents and tourists alike. Beaches, charming wooden houses with gardens, and scenic walks are all on offer.
Overview of the Princes' Islands
This small car-free archipelago (where horse-drawn carriages are the main transport) of around ten islands in the Sea of Marmara is a popular summer destination for Istanbul residents and tourists alike. Beaches, charming wooden houses with gardens, and scenic walks are all on offer.
Key facts
- Type of place: archipelago.
- Tourist interest: (worth seeing).
- Location:
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- Number of islands: 9.
- Main island: Büyük Ada.
- Population: 14,552 inhabitants (2013).
- Area: 15.85 km².
- Highest point:
- Coastline:
- Website: http://www.adalar.bel.tr/