It announced Turkey's 8 most expensive cities. Istanbul is at the top, but the list surprised many people.

Istanbul remains Türkiye’s most expensive city to live in, topping a new ranking of the country’s eight costliest urban centers. The list, which also includes several unexpected cities beyond the usual major metros, highlights how living costs are spreading across Türkiye. No specific price levels or percentage changes were disclosed in the report. The findings matter as households and policymakers grapple with persistent inflation and its uneven regional impact. Watch for further municipal or national cost-of-living data that could confirm whether these secondary cities are catching up to Istanbul.