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There are 9 islands on
the city of Marmara close to the city of Istanbul. These islands are
called Princes' Islands, because in the old days the princes used to
be exiled in these islands. Four of these nine islands are
inhabited. There are mostly the summer houses of the inhabitants of
Istanbul. These islands are called Kinaliada, Burgazada, Heybeliada
and Buyukada. To drive cars, trucks or motorcycles are banded on the
islands. The only vehicles that are used are either bicycles or
horse carts
Princes Islands Cruise in Marmara Sea To Princes Islands retreats
for the Byzantine princes who are famous for their beautiful pine
woods and beaches. The largest and most enjoyable of the islands is
Buyukada. There you can enjoy a ride in a horsedrawn carriage among
the pine trees after relaxing on the beaches in the numerous coves
of its coast. Evening return to Istanbul and transfer to hotels
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