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  1. Bosporus - Wikipedia

    As a maritime waterway, the Bosporus connects the Black Sea to the Sea of Marmara and thence to the Aegean and Mediterranean seas via the Dardanelles. It also connects various seas …

  2. Bosporus | Strait, Istanbul, Map, History, & Facts | Britannica

    Dec 27, 2025 · Bosporus, strait (boğaz, “throat”) uniting the Black Sea and the Sea of Marmara and separating parts of Asian Turkey (Anatolia) from European Turkey.

  3. Bosporus - New World Encyclopedia

    The Bosporus or Bosphorus, also known as the Istanbul Strait, (Turkish: İstanbul Boğazı) (Greek: Βόσπορος) is a strait that forms the boundary between the Thrace and Anatolian sections of …

  4. Bosphorus Strait Istanbul Guide: History, Cruises, Tips for First ...

    Jan 2, 2026 · Discover the Bosphorus Strait in Istanbul. Learn its history, cruise types, best routes, timing tips, and how to plan your first visit.

  5. The Bosphorus, Istanbul, Turkey

    May 29, 2024 · The Bosphorus is the 32-kilometer (20-mile)-long north-south strait that joins the Sea of Marmara with the Black Sea in Istanbul and separates the continents of Europe and Asia.

  6. Bosphorus - Encyclopedia.com

    The Bosphorus is one of the most coveted sea routes in the world, possibly rivaled in importance only by the Panama and Suez Canals. Unlike the latter two, the Bosphorus is an entirely …

  7. The Bosphorus - Istanbul.com Blog

    Bosphorus Istanbul owes its name to the Thracian culture and Greek mythology. The name refers to one of the lovers of the God Zeus, who had to convert the beautiful girl to a cow against …

  8. Bosphorus (Everything To Know Before A Visit) - The Tourist …

    The Bosphorus Strait, also known as the Bosphorus, is a majestic waterway in Istanbul, Turkey. This natural strait connects the Black Sea to the Sea of Marmara, earning its reputation as a …

  9. Discover Bosphorus: Istanbul's Bridge Between Two Continents

    Dec 16, 2025 · Expert guide to the Bosphorus Strait, Istanbul's jewel connecting Europe and Asia. Explore palaces, bridges, cruises and cultural heritage sites.

  10. The 10 Best Things To See And Do On The Bosphorus, Istanbul

    Nov 29, 2025 · Planning a trip to Istanbul? Explore the Bosphorus Strait and hop between continents with our guide to the best things to see and do.