Some metro lines and stations in Istanbul temporarily closed

Some metro lines and stations in Istanbul have been closed ‘until further notice,’ according to an announcement from Metro Istanbul.

As of 12:00 on Saturday, November 25th, the Şişhane and Taksim stations of the Yenikapı-Hacıosman Metro Line and the Taksim-Kabataş Funicular Line have been temporarily closed in accordance with a decision from the Istanbul Governorship.

Metro Istanbul’s statement reads: “In line with the decision of the Istanbul Governorship, as of 12:00 on Saturday, November 25th, until further notice, our M2 Yenikapı-Hacıosman Metro Line’s Taksim station, Şişhane station, the entrance-exit on Istiklal Avenue, and our F1 Taksim-Kabataş Funicular Line will be closed for operation. Our vehicles will continue their route without stopping at Taksim station.”

Note: It was learned in the meantime that this measure had been taken to prevent any protest/demonstrations on “Women’s Day”.