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In Turkey the industry is regulated. Despite the meaning of their name, laws prevent these minibuses from becoming too crowded. In Turkish controlled Northern Cyprus, ''dolmuş'' routes are leased and vehicles are licensed.Bus Services in North Cyprus
essentialcyprus.com, January 28, 2009
In Turkey
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and Northern Cyprus
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, dolmuş () are share taxis that run set routes within and between cities.
Background
Their name is derived from Turkish for "seemingly stuffed" referencing the fact that in days past these taxis were often filled to the brim. They depart from the terminal only when a sufficient number of passengers have boarded. In some cities ''dolmuş'' are only allowed to board and disembark passengers at designated stops or at terminals; in less busy locations passengers may board anywhere along the route. In fact, a ''dolmuş'' with empty seats may slow to a crawl in the hopes of picking up a few more riders. A foreign passenger described the ride as being "terrifying, awe-inspiring, confusing, incomprehensible, charming, hospitable and alien", and those unfamiliar with them may be surprised by the speed of ''dolmuş'' travel. In Turkey the vehicles used are often brand-new minibuses, but in some parts of Cyprus – – agingMercedes-Benz
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s serving as ''dolmuş'' can still be seen.
Regulations
In Turkey the industry is regulated. Despite the meaning of their name, laws prevent these minibuses from becoming too crowded. In Turkish controlled Northern Cyprus, ''dolmuş'' routes are leased and vehicles are licensed.Bus Services in North Cyprusessentialcyprus.com, January 28, 2009
See also
* Dollar van * Marshrutka * Nanny van * Pesero *Public light bus
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References
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