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The Galata Bridge (Turkish: Galata Köprüsü, Turkish pronunciation: [ˈɡaɫata cœpɾyˈsy]) is a bridge that spans the Golden Horn in Istanbul, Turkey. From the end of the 19th century in particular, the bridge has featured in Turkish literature, theater, poetry and novels.
The Galata Bridge (Galata Köprüsü) is a 490 metre long drawbridge found in the Golden Horn estuary, which unites the old Istanbul with its more modern area. The Galata Bridge does not only connect different parts of the city, but is also a symbolic bridge, representing the connecting of cultures.
May 10, 2023 · Spanning the Golden Horn estuary, the Galata Bridge (Galata Köprüsü) is an iconic drawbridge that connects the historic old Istanbul with its modern counterpart. With a rich history and a vibrant atmosphere, the bridge is an unmissable destination for visitors and locals alike.
Istanbul. To experience İstanbul at its most magical, walk across the Galata Bridge at sunset. At this time, the historic Galata Tower is surrounded by shrieking seagulls, the mosques atop the seven hills of the city are silhouetted against a soft red-pink sky and the evocative scent of apple tobacco wafts out of the nargile cafes under the bridge.
The beautiful, wondrous, enchanting view of the Golden Horn blows your mind. The shining, glittering water refreshes your soul. The beautiful view of the New Mosque and Galata Tower makes it no less than heaven. Both daytime and night views of this bridge are breathtaking.
Jul 8, 2022 · Galata Bridge is the heart of Istanbul, spanning the Golden Horn from Karaköy on the north to Old Istanbul, centered on Sultanahmet, on the south. Crossing the bridge you look west toward Europe and east across the Bosphorus to Üsküdar and Asia.
The Galata Bridge is a famous bridge, but it is a very scenic one. If you’re visiting during winter, it is also a very cold one when you’re crossing over it, so remember to wrap up very warm, as that wind can be biting!
