How do I get to the Peace Palace?
The World Peace Assembly takes place at the Peace Palace near the Istanbul Airport (IST).
Istanbul Airport (IST) is the main international airport serving Istanbul. It is located on the European side of the city and the distance to the Peace Palace is only 16 km.
Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW) on the Asian side of Istanbul is a second option but it is approx. 90 km from there to the Peace Palace.
Taxis to get to the course location
You will find large taxi stands in front of both airports. Give the driver the address of the Peace Palace and he will enter it into his GPS and bring you directly to the Peace Palace.
GPS coordinates: 41°12'40.4"N / 28°46'10.8"E
Address of Istanbul Peace Palace
Koca Yusuf Cd., Iris Sokak no 5, 34287 Bolluca-Arnavutköy, Ä°stanbul
Visa
Course participants from Europe do not require a visa for a stay of up to 180 days.
On this website you find the visa requirements for entering Türkiye for all countries:
www.mfa.gov.tr/visa-information-for-foreigners.en.mfa
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The Electronic Visa (e-Visa) Application System was launched on 17 April 2013 by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Türkiye. This system allows visitors travelling to Türkiye to easily obtain their e-Visas online (www.evisa.gov.tr), in approximately three minutes.
COVID
Turkish rules on COVID-19
Unrestricted international entry into Turkey has resumed, with travelers permitted to enter the country without any testing or vaccination requirements. The necessity to complete a passenger locator form is no longer in effect.
Authorities could reimpose or otherwise amend any restrictions with little-to-no notice depending on disease activity over the coming weeks.
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Advice
Follow all official instructions. Abide by national health and safety measures. Reconfirm all travel arrangements. Consider delaying traveling if experiencing symptoms associated with COVID-19, as they may prompt increased scrutiny and delays. Liaise with trusted contacts for further updates and guidance. Maintain contact with your diplomatic representation. Ensure contingency plans account for further disruptive measures or extensions of current restrictions.
What to take with you
Please bring with you:
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comfortable and dignified clothing
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meditation shawl
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your Yoga mat
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indoor slippers
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If you have special medical needs, we advice you to take the medicine with you.
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Health insurance that covers you at the course location, incl. Covid.
Communication
Use the Let's Chat! function on this website
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Join our WhatsApp group
To keep the communication flow efficient, please be kind and respect the following rules:
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Do not SPAM the group
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Only send relevant and important messages
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Do not post a comment or Emoji to each message
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Thank you!
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By Email: wpa@tm.org
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Food
Vegetarian breakfast, lunch and dinner are being prepared by the Peace Palace kitchen.