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Istanbul Who? Here’s Why The Turkey Zone at Riyadh Season is Stealing the Show!

If you’ve been scrolling through social media lately, chances are you’ve come across the viral buzz surrounding Boulevard World’s Turkey Zone at Riyadh Season! People are saying it “looks more like Istanbul than Istanbul itself!” And honestly? They’re not wrong!

Step into the Turkey Zone in Boulevard World, and BOOM—you’re basically transported straight to the streets of Istanbul. We’re talking historic bazaars, vibrant traditional clothing stores, and yes, the best Turkish baklava outside of Turkey. Seriously, one bite of that crispy, syrupy goodness, and you’re hooked!

One of the biggest crowd-pleasers at Boulevard Worls’s Turkey zone? The ice cream vendors! These guys are legends. They’ll serve you up some ice cream, but not without making you chase it with their hilarious tricks. It’s a whole show—expect pranks, laughs, and, eventually, your sweet treat!

Oh, and the red tram of Istiklal Caddesi? Yep, it’s there! You can actually hop on and feel like you’re cruising through Istanbul’s famous streets. For all you Instagram fanatics, don’t miss the Galata Tower—it’s a perfect photo op, standing tall and giving you all the Istanbul vibes.

Feeling historical? Check out the Hurrem Sultan Fountain for a splash of Turkish history, or lose yourself in the magic of the bazaars, where you’ll find everything from clothes to souvenirs. The Turkey zone this Riyadh season is a shopping dream!

With all this and more, it’s no wonder the Turkey Zone is blowing up online this Riyadh season. If you haven’t been yet, what are you waiting for? Pack your bags (okay, not literally) and get ready to experience Istanbul without ever leaving Riyadh!

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