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Çınaraltı: A decades-old gathering place for locals and tourists

A decades-old Istanbul tea garden on the shore of the iconic Bosphorus Strait is a frequent stop for both locals and tourists under its nearly 1,000-year-old sycamore tree.

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The absence of music, games, or hookah adds to its serenity. "People come here to chat," Morgul said. "A very nice environment has been created, there is a family atmosphere here," he said. "People feel very comfortable and peaceful in this family environment."