History and archaeology / Bridge
Galata Bridge
Fatih, İstanbul
The Golden Horn bridge linking Eminönü and Karaköy, known for the fish restaurants on its lower level and the anglers on top.
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Its story
The first bridge linking the two shores of the Golden Horn was built of wood in 1845 and renewed several times in the following years. The pontoon bridge built in 1912 was one of the city's symbols for many years; after a fire in 1992 it was moved further up the Golden Horn. Today's bascule bridge opened in 1994. The tram and pedestrians cross on its upper level, and people fishing along its railings are part of the bridge's everyday scene; from the bridge you can see the skyline of the Süleymaniye, the Yeni Cami (New Mosque) and Galata Tower.
Key facts
- Period
- Current bridge 1994
- Admission
- Free
- Getting there
- T1 tram, Eminönü or Karaköy stop
- Visit duration
- 30-minute walk
Trip purpose
- Free
- Photography
- Hiking
Location
41.02000, 28.97306
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Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://tr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Galata_K%C3%B6pr%C3%BCs%C3%BC | https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Galata_Bridge