Galata Bridge, Istanbul
Galata Bridge is one of the most iconic sights of Istanbul. The bridge connects the historical part of the city with the modern Karakoy district across the Golden Horn Bay.
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The bridge has become an important part of Istanbul's history since its construction in 1845. By our time, it had been rebuilt several times. The current bridge is the fifth in a row and has been in operation since 1994.
Galata Bridge in Istanbul
Now it is more than a transport artery of the city – in its lower part there are many iconic restaurants, which offer stunning views of the Bosphorus Strait.
In the upper part of it, you can watch hundreds of fishermen competing in the catch every day.
The bridge has a total length of 484 m and a width of 42 m, the central part is 80 m long and movable.
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