Christians throughout Turkey marked Christmas on Thursday and Friday with masses at Catholic and Orthodox churches while other celebrations were also held by other Christian citizens and expatriates.
In Istanbul, the Christian community celebrated Christmas at various churches. Beyoğlu Mayor Ahmet Misbah Demircan attended the service at Saint Antoine Church in Taksim and offered his holiday greetings to the Christian community.
Source: Hurriyet (Turkey), December 26, 2009
