Dolmuş

In Turkey and Northern Cyprus, a dolmuş (pronounced [doɫmuʃ][1]) is a share taxi that runs set routes within[2] and between[1] cities.

[3] In some cities, to prevent extremely slow travel, intermediate stop timings of dolmuşlar are regulated more like a regular bus on a latest allowable arrival basis.

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.

[4] In Turkey the vehicles used are often brand-new minibuses,[3] but in some parts of Cyprus – as of 2009[update] – aging Mercedes-Benz stretch limos serving as dolmuşlar can still be seen.

In Turkish controlled Northern Cyprus, dolmuş routes are leased under an apportionated registration scheme and vehicles are licensed.