Istanbul's Storied Bosphorus Bridge Celebrates 50 Years
The Bosphorus Bridge, also known as the 15 July Martyrs Bridge, has witnessed numerous significant events throughout its 50 years of existence, serving as a symbol of connection and bridging the gap between continents, cultures, and traditions.
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Fireworks explode over the Bosphorus Bridge and Ortakoy Mosque on 29 October 2010, during a ceremony to mark the 87th anniversary of the Turkish Republic. Tourism plays a significant role in Turkey's economy where its historical sites, seaside resorts, and cultural experiences has made it the fourth most visited country in the world.
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U.S. golfer Tiger Woods is photographed as he promotes a Turkish gold tournament in Antalya on November 7, 2013. Woods is one of many sporting personalities who has promoted Turkey as a destination for international sporting events.
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During Friday prayers in December 2015, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan intervened to prevent a man (pictured) from attempting suicide by jumping off the Bosporus Bridge as his motorcade was passing by.
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Supporters of Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan celebrate atop a tank after soldiers involved in a coup attempt surrendered on the Bosphorus Bridge on July 16, 2016. At least 290 people were killed and almost 1,500 injured amid violent clashes when a faction of the military attempted to take over the government.
