Republic Day parade road closures take effect in Istanbul
Police closed several streets in Istanbul early Friday for the Republic Day parade rehearsal.
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- Road closures began at 05:45 on October 24, 2026
- Adnan Menderes Boulevard and D-100 are closed in both directions
- Edirnekapı and ten named streets are affected
- Turgut Özal Millet, Fevzipaşa, Atatürk Boulevard, D-100, and O-3 Hal Yolu serve as alternatives
- The closures relate to the 103rd Republic Day anniversary
Police closed several streets in Istanbul early Friday for the Republic Day parade rehearsal. The closures began at 05:45 on October 24, 2026.
The Istanbul Governorate announced the affected roads and alternative routes. Drivers were directed to use designated detours starting in the early morning hours.
Closed roads include Adnan Menderes Boulevard in both directions and D-100 in both northbound and southbound directions. Additional closures cover Edirnekapı, 10. Yıl, Oğuzhan, Sofular, Halıcılar, Akdeniz, Akşemsettin, and Ordu streets.
Atatürk Boulevard, Keçeci Meydan Street, and the southern entrance of Hal Yolu to Adnan Menderes Boulevard are also closed. All streets and alleys leading to Adnan Menderes Boulevard are affected.
Entry to the boulevard from Tatlıpınar, Kaleboyu, and Sulukule streets is blocked. Police deployed extensive security measures for the ceremony rehearsal.
Authorities recommended Turgut Özal Millet and Fevzipaşa streets as alternatives. Atatürk Boulevard, D-100 highway, and O-3 Hal Yolu can also be used.
The closures mark the 103rd anniversary of the Republic. The parade rehearsal is part of the Republic Day celebrations.
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