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As much for its tourist haunts and delightful way of life, did you know that Istanbul has some quirky facts to its own history? From tulips to the population to Agatha Christie, there are quite a few facts that will surprise anyone who is not knowledgeable about the large city.
Istanbul has the third oldest subway in the world, built in 1875. It’s 573 meters long and located in the Beyoglu district.