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Gay bars, clubs, pubs, places to stay in and at. You will find many gay bars in every large town accross Europe, America and Australia. In most city centers, the gay bars make up the epicenter of the gay scene renowned as the gay village or Soho. The most famous gay bars are Stonewall - established from the Stonewall riots and equality for homosexuals - G.A.Y bar which has become its own brand particularly in London. Use this page to launch you search for the most popular places around - make an informed choice about your time. After all, you only live once !

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GAYLIFE IN TURKEY

Homosexuality is legal in Turkey and the age of consent is 18. Although police raids of bars and discos were common a few years ago, legal paragraphs aimed to protect the moral standard are rarely implemented these days. The attitude in the larger cities is becoming more tolerant, even though the influence of Islam affects the daily lives of many people. This growing tolerance is due to the influence of the tourists on the one hand and the possible acceptance in the EU on the other. In public we suggest you exercise discretion. In private situations or in the dark you can act more permissively.  

In 2004 a Gay Pride Week took place in Istanbul and a group of gay and lesbian activists traveled to Ankara to hold discussions regarding homosexuality with members of parliament and attempt to improve the legal situation of homosexuals. Turkey has a lot to offer, even for gay and lesbian visitors. There are wonderful coastlines, nature areas, excellent cuisine and a rich, multifaceted culture. In addition the locals are extremely friendly and hospitable.


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London can be described as the Gay Capital of the World. Undoubtedly, such an accolade is backed by numerous reasons, including the number and variety of Gay bars and clubs in London . The London gay scene is extremely active, with many gay bars and clubs springing up in and around the city. Many celebrity supporters, including Madonna and Elton John, have performed at such venues to popularize these Gay bars.

To experience gay London in full bloom,one needs to head straight to Soho, with every second shop catering to gay clothing, accessory and all bars being gay friendly or just gay! With the homophobic attitudes of old slowly evaporating, the gay scene seems to develping positively. Every year the gay pride parade and festival which is an outpouring of the excitement and colour of this vibrant community. The Gay movement is increasingly popular and it can be picked up by the mushrooming of gay bars in numerous cities, including the famous gay bars of Amsterdam and San Francisco , but also in places like Singapore and Sydney.