Istanbul/European Bosphorus
This article only describes the European bank of the Bosphorus, and nearby sections of its Black Sea coast. For the Asian bank of the Bosphorus (and the more extensive eastern Black Sea coast) see Istanbul/Asian Bosphorus. The European Bosphorus is the area of Istanbul along the banks of the channel of the same name that connects the Black Sea to the Sea of Marmara, and separates Europe from Asia.
Why it is worth a visit
The European Bosphorus is an iconic geographic feature, essential for understanding the city's connection between Europe and Asia.
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Why visit
The European Bosphorus is an iconic geographic feature, essential for understanding the city's connection between Europe and Asia.
Recommendation in its original language.Getting there
The map marks an approximate area centre, not an entrance or trailhead. Check the access point before visiting.
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