Terrified locals and tourists have reported buildings shaking after the 6.2 magnitude quake struck today – with four a number of surrounding regions also impacted
A huge 6.2 magnitude earthquake has struck a tourist-packed city in Turkey, causing buildings to shake. The quake reportedly hit near Istanbul, centered in the Sea of Marmara.
“Just felt my building shake for like 30 seconds. Earthquake in Istanbul. I’m on the 17th floor”, said one terrified resident.
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In 2023, Istanbul was the most visited city in the world by international travelers, welcoming 20.2 million visitors. This figure surpasses London and Dubai, making it the top destination globally. Last year, Euromonitor International ranked it the second most visited city, with 23 million visitors.
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