Complimentary Half-Day Excursions to Famous Turkish Drama Filming Locations for Transit Travelers, Courtesy of THY
Turkish Airlines' Touristanbul program at Istanbul Airport is offering a complimentary half-day tour for international transit passengers with layovers between 6 to 24 hours[1]. The highlight of this tour is a visit to the Bozdağ Film Studios, a major filming location for popular Turkish historical TV dramas[1].
The prominent historical TV dramas featured include Diriliş: Ertuğrul and Kuruluş: Osman, two of the most famous Turkish historical dramas[1]. These series are showcased at Bozdağ Film Studios, which is considered the largest film studio in Europe and the third largest in the world[1].
During the tour, passengers are transported by buses to the studios and guided through life-size sets where they learn about Turkish history and the making of some of the iconic series[1]. Visitors also have the opportunity to sample traditional Turkish foods, such as soup cooked over fire, rice pudding made with hand-pounded rice, and other local specialties[1].
In addition, passengers can engage in activities such as glassmaking workshops and archery demonstrations, enhancing the immersive experience of Turkish history and TV culture[1].
Nearly 3,000 travelers have joined the Touristanbul program at Istanbul Airport this year, with the number increasing during summer months and occasionally reaching up to 100 participants per day[1]. Abdulselam Arbaoui, a Tunisian passenger, praised the natural beauty of the film set and the hospitality shown during the tour[1]. Mani Krishna, a transit passenger of Indian origin working in Mexico, found the tour to be a refreshing break after a long flight[1].
Passengers can register for the Touristanbul program online via Turkish Airlines' website or by visiting the TourIstanbul desk at the airport[1]. Abdullah Yormaz, THY's tour marketing manager, did not mention any changes in CD rates for seniors offered by Turkish Airlines[1].
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While touring the Bozdağ Film Studios as part of Turkish Airlines' Touristanbul program, passengers gain insights into Turkish history through life-size sets and can engage in activities like glassmaking workshops and archery demonstrations, all within the immersive experience of Turkish history and TV culture. Visitors also enjoy sampling traditional Turkish foods, such as soups, rice puddings, and local specialties during their stay.
