Istanbul Governor Davut Gül announced that the city received as many Moroccan tourists in the first quarter of 2026 as it did in all of 2025, according to a report by Le Matin. The statement highlights a significant surge in tourism from Morocco, though specific numbers were not provided in the source article.
Gül attributed the increase to Istanbul's growing appeal as a destination for both tourism and investment, citing improved infrastructure and promotional efforts. The city has been working to attract more visitors from North Africa and the Middle East.
No additional details on the exact figures or breakdown by month were available from the interview. The governor's remarks were made during a broader discussion on Istanbul's tourism strategy.
