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<image:caption><![CDATA[ Cats have become an unmistakable part of İstanbul’s visual identity, frequently appearing alongside the city’s historic landmarks, waterfronts and everyday street scenes]]></image:caption>
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<image:caption><![CDATA[ Cats are part of everyday life in İstanbul, from ferry decks and cafés to neighbourhood shops, where residents often leave out food, water and shelters for their feline neighbours]]></image:caption>
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<image:caption><![CDATA[ Cats are a familiar sight across İstanbul, often found lounging outside cafés, wandering through markets or napping on neighbourhood streets]]></image:caption>
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<image:caption><![CDATA[ Several İstanbul neighbourhoods are particularly known for their street cats, including Balat, Kuzguncuk, Cihangir and Moda]]></image:caption>
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<image:caption><![CDATA[ The city’s street cats are cared for by a network of residents, shopkeepers, volunteers, veterinarians and animal welfare groups]]></image:caption>
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<image:caption><![CDATA[ İstanbul’s municipalities provide veterinary care, vaccinations, parasite control and sterilisation for street cats]]></image:caption>
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<image:caption><![CDATA[ İstanbul’s relationship with street cats dates back centuries, with cats historically welcomed in homes, shops, libraries, bazaars, and mosque courtyards]]></image:caption>
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