Istanbul Shopping Fest

The Istanbul Shopping Fest is an annual shopping festival held in Istanbul, Turkey.^[1][2][3][4] Established in 2011, the mission of the Festival is to make Istanbul the shopping, culture and entertainment center of the world.^[5]

Istanbul Shopping Fest İstanbul Alışveriş Festivali
Genre	Shopping
Begins	18 March
Ends	26 April
Frequency	Annual
Location(s)	Istanbul, Turkey
Years active	14
Inaugurated	18 March 2011 – 26 April 2011
Website	www.istshopfest.com

During the festival, which lasts 40 days and 40 nights, all the contributing shops offer special discounts. The festival especially attracts foreign tourists as the shops offer tax free shopping. Historic sites in Istanbul also participate in the festival by closing two hours later than usual.^[6]

History

The first Istanbul Shopping Fest took place between 18 March and 26 April 2011 and lasted for 40 days.

See also

• Turkey portal

• List of shopping malls in Istanbul