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The
Bosphorus
is
a
narrow
strait
that
connects
the
Black
Sea
to
the
Sea
of
Marmara,
separating
the
European
and
Asian
sides
of
Istanbul,
Turkey.
The
Bosphorus
is
approximately
31
km
long,
with
a
width
ranging
from
700
meters
to
3.7
km
at
its
widest
point.
The
Bosphorus
has
played
a
crucial
role
in
the
history
and
culture
of
Istanbul,
as
well
as
in
the
politics
and
economics
of
the
region.
The
strait
has
been
an
important
trade
route
and
strategic
waterway
for
centuries,
with
many
empires
and
civilizations
fighting
for
control
of
the
area.
Today,
the
Bosphorus
is
a
popular
tourist
destination,
offering
stunning
views
of
Istanbul's
skyline
and
historic
landmarks
from
the
water.
Visitors
can
take
a
leisurely
cruise
or
ferry
ride
along
the
strait,
passing
by
palaces,
mansions,
and
other
iconic
structures
such
as
the
Maiden's
Tower,
Rumeli
Fortress,
and
the
Bosphorus
Bridge.
In
addition
to
its
scenic
beauty,
the
Bosphorus
is
also
home
to
a
diverse
array
of
marine
life,
including
dolphins,
sharks,
and
various
species
of
fish.
The
strait
is
also
an
important
habitat
for
migratory
birds
and
other
wildlife,
making
it
a
popular
destination
for
nature
lovers
and
birdwatchers.