Category Cats of Istanbul

Places and Sights, Cats of Istanbul, History, Life in Istanbul & Turkey

What Makes Istanbul a City People Never Want to Leave?

There’s something I’ve observed in people living in Istanbul (and many others have observed it too): once someone settles in this city, they either can’t leave or find it very difficult to leave and even if they do, after some…

Özgür Nevres
September 12, 2024

Cats of Istanbul

Istanbul Cats: The Complex Reality of Life on the Streets

Some of the many stray cats that I take care of in Istanbul

Istanbul has become famous worldwide as the “city of cats” in recent years. And it’s true; there are hundreds of thousands* of stray cats in Istanbul, and many of them live better, are better fed, and even receive healthcare at…

Özgür Nevres
September 5, 2024