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Ortakoy Coast
Once a small fishing town, Ortakoy recently became popular with bars, restaurants, cafeterias creating a summer resort atmosphere within the city. It is near major Besiktas town along the Bosporus Straight. The coastal area around the Ortakoy Mosque is very busy and there's a vibrant night life in summer time, especially busy during the day on Sundays. 10-15 minute ride away from Taksim with a taxi but it may take much longer during rush hours. You can also use public buses that follows the coastal route from Eminonu, Karakoy and Taksim going to Sariyer, Bebek etc.
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The town near Besiktas along the Bosporus Channel. The coast area near the mosque is very busy and there's a vibrant night life. 15 minute from Taksim with a taxi. (It takes more during rush hours) Not especially a gay area, but some gay related people can be observed especially at weekends in summer time.
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Cruising areas are areas where gay people should be most careful against burglary. Especially be careful if they propose you to have in the open air.
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