Istanbul has banned shisha smoking in public places
Istanbul authorities on Wednesday enforced a ban on smoking shisha in public places until further notice. - File photo/BERNAMA
July 6, 2023 10:10 MYT
Istanbul has banned shisha smoking in public places
Istanbul authorities on Wednesday enforced a ban on smoking shisha in public places until further notice. - File photo/BERNAMA
ISTANBUL: Istanbul authorities on Wednesday enforced a ban on smoking shisha in public places until further notice.
The governor of Istanbul in a written statement informed that the ban was issued to reduce the risk of forest fires and other potential dangers.
"The shisha smoking ban will be enforced in various locations, including beaches, forests, recreational areas and parks throughout Istanbul
"However, licensed shisha lounges operating outside the designated area are not affected by this ban," Governor Davut Gul said in a tweet, Xinhua reported.
Hookah smoking is very popular especially among young people and foreigners in Istanbul. - BERNAMA
