In Turkey, tourists are prohibited from visiting the central parts of cities on New Year's Eve, according to the statement of the Turkish Interior Ministry sent to the regional departments of the country.
“As part of the fight against the pandemic, from 21:00 on December 31 to 10:00 on January 1, New Year's celebrations for all residents, including foreign tourists, will be banned in central squares, boulevards and streets. In Istanbul, these are, first of all, Istiklal Street, Sultanahmet Square, in Ankara – Kyzylai Square, in Izmir – Gundogdu Square, “TASS reports.
It is also indicated that each province independently determines the list of places that will be closed for tourists on New Year's Eve.
Earlier, Turkey has toughened the entry of tourists into the country. From December 28, all air passengers arriving in Turkey are required to provide a negative PCR test for coronavirus before departure.
