The Bosphorus Bridge, is one of two suspension bridges spanning the Bosphorus strait in Istanbul, Turkey; thus connecting Europe and Asia. The bridge is located between Ortaköy (on the European side) and Beylerbeyi (on the Asian side).
It is a gravity anchored suspension bridge with steel towers and inclined hangers. The aerodynamic deck hangs on zigzag steel cables. It is 1,560 m (5,118 ft)[1] long with a deck width of 33.40 m. The distance between the towers (main span) is 1,074 m and the total height of the towers is 165 m. The clearance of the bridge from sea level is 64 m.
The Bosphorus Bridge had the 4th longest suspension bridge span in the world when it was completed in 1973, and the longest outside the United States. At present, it is the 21st longest suspension bridge span in the world.
Bosphorus Bridge in Istanbul, Connecting Europe and Asia.
We were pleasantly surprised by the awesomeness of the Bosphorous bridge. Twice over going and coming we had our things knocked off us, windy, icy chilly windy in summer but so soothing almost therapeutic. Fabulous dont miss it, its a must
passing thru this bridge in my personal bus service at early in the morning with the sunrise that slowly peeping , you would see clearly in it's splendor , makes one real more proud as a traveller.
nothing is better. to see a bridge that unites two cities in one (Asian and European part ) Taking some pictures with the…
espacially during night its an amzing view, today it was even more special at it was snowing. only negative point – the traffic !!
everything of concerning with the bosphorus bridge.you can not see any bridge like this one.have to see it definitely
See the lights of the bridge dancing from Kabatas or Ortakoy at the European coast of the Bosphorous.
As a Traveller one should visit this place without fail.
The Bosphorus Bridge connects the Asia with Europe and there is no word on earth to describe the beauty of this bridge.
Lot of Indian Veg Restaurants available in Istanbul.
For Non-Veg lot of sea food is famous and fresh fish is caught and cook in front of you.
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We stayed very close to the Bosphorus bridge. At night time it had a beautiful light display and the fact that it expands two continents is still mind-boggling. The only reason we rate it 4-stars is because we couldn't help but wonder what the Bosphorus would have looked like if there were no bridge (like it used to). Of course,…
It connects Europe and Asia, and especially at nights it is beautiful to look at. I recommend Bosphorus trips at night/evening when all its lights are on to be able to appreciate its full beauty.
It's passes you from Europe to Asia. Well do not imagine it's not a place you can walk and have a coffee, it's just a normal bridge that takes you to "the other side". If you plan renting a car and go to Asia avoid peak hours of the day, you might need even half hour or more to drive…
Impressive and modern construction. Bridge between Europa and Asia.