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Sinop municipality blocks caravan parking with concrete barriers

24.02.2026 12:00 1 min 1 source
Medya Gazete -Son Dakika Haberler, Güncel Haberler TUR
Sinop municipality blocks caravan parking with concrete barriers
Original source: Medya Gazete -Son Dakika Haberler, Güncel Haberler

The municipality of Sinop, Turkey, has placed concrete blocks along Enver Bahadır Street to end long-term unauthorized caravan parking. The action followed citizen complaints about traffic obstruction and the occupation of public space. The barriers physically prevent vehicle access to the popular coastal area.

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Sinop municipality blocks caravan parking with concrete barriers

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