the platforms may either be on the same side of the crossing road or alternatively may be staggered in one of two ways. With the 'near-sideplatforms' configuration
small two-track stations with a single island platform instead of two sideplatforms. Island platforms allow facilities such as shops, toilets and waiting
protected by platform edge doors. Except on funicular lines, most platforms of the Istanbul Metro consist of two sideplatforms or one island platform. Five