Is it safe to visit Istanbul? [closed]
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I'm from Portugal and I'm planning my summer trip at the moment. Going to Istanbul is one of the options I have.
I have some fears about it though since recent problems we hear about in the news. But I would like advice from someone who really knows what's going on there.
To start: is it safe to visit Istanbul at the moment? Is the city tourist-friendly?
2nd: Between July and September, when's the best time?
3rd: Any advice?
Note: Please note that I don't want to offend anyone and I'm not insinuating anything about Turkish people. My doubts are based on what I see and hear in the news.
Thank you.
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