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Ncity Parking Lot Full of Caravans While Dedicated Park Remains Empty

03.03.2026 12:04 1 min 1 source

Özgür Kocaeli Gazetesi TUR

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Caravan owners in Kocaeli are ignoring a new paid park with 210 spaces, opting for the free Ncity parking lot instead. The municipality plans to introduce fees at Ncity, which may alter the current situation.

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Ncity Parking Lot Full of Caravans While Dedicated Park Remains Empty

Caravan owners in Kocaeli are ignoring a new paid park with 210 spaces, opting for the free Ncity parking lot instead. The municipality plans to intro...

03.03.2026 Özgür Kocaeli Gazetesi TUR

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