Traffic regulations will be implemented in Istanbul as part of the celebrations for the 103rd anniversary of the October 29 Republic Day. Certain streets and connecting roads in the city will be closed to vehicle traffic starting from 05:45.
The main route to be closed will be Adnan Menderes Boulevard, also known as Vatan Caddesi. While both directions of the boulevard will be closed, access will also be restricted from numerous streets and avenues leading to this road.
The points to be closed include the entrances to Vatan Caddesi from the D100 north and south directions, as well as connections from 10. Yıl Caddesi, Edirnekapı, Oğuzhan Caddesi, Sofular Caddesi, Halıcılar Caddesi, Akdeniz Caddesi, and Akşemsettin Caddesi.
Entrances to Vatan Caddesi from the direction of Aksaray via Ordu Caddesi and Atatürk Bulvarı will also be closed. Access to Vatan Caddesi from Keçeci Meydan Sokak, the Hal Yolu south connection, Tatlıpınar Caddesi, Kaleboyu Caddesi, and Sulukule Caddesi will also be closed as part of the traffic regulation.
Alternative routes for drivers have been announced as follows:
- - Turgut Özal Millet Caddesi
- - Fevzipaşa Caddesi
- - Atatürk Bulvarı
- - D100 Highway
- - O-3 Hal Yolu
Since congestion may occur in the area during the celebration programs, drivers are advised to use alternative routes and pay attention to traffic signs.
News Source: 12punto
