Bosphorus

Strait in northwestern Turkey separating Europe and Asia.

Bosporus Strait Bosphorus Strait

The Bosphorus is a strait in northwestern Turkey that forms the boundary between Europe and Asia. It connects the Black Sea to the Sea of Marmara and serves as a crucial maritime passage between the two continents.

/ˈbɒsfərəs/

The name Bosphorus comes from the Greek word for 'cow passage', referring to a legendary crossing of cows.

The Bosphorus is a waterway in Turkey that connects the Black Sea to the Mediterranean Sea, like a bridge between Europe and Asia.

It's the narrowest point between Europe and Asia
Istanbul is the only major city straddling two continents, split by the Bosphorus
The current name 'Bosphorus' comes from Greek and means 'cow passage'

What is the Bosphorus? It's a narrow, natural strait in northwestern Turkey connecting the Black Sea and the Mediterranean Sea
Who uses it? It's a vital shipping route for cargo ships and ferries
Is it historically significant? Yes, it has been strategically important throughout history, connecting different empires and cultures

strait waterway

Turkey Europe Asia

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