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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Ayse Wieting and Francisco Seco

PHOTO ESSAY: Istanbul's ferries, a lifeline connecting continents and stories

Every day, ferries of all shapes and sizes glide across the waters of Istanbul, their wakes intertwining to form intricate lattices of churning foam. The passenger boats are more than just a means of transportation — they’re entrenched in the historic city’s identity, as memorable as its skyline and as constant as the cries of seagulls.

They carry not just people, but also their stories.

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