Bosphorus Bridge

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:bridge
gptkbp:academic_programs considered a marvel of engineering
gptkbp:architectural_style modern
contemporary
gptkbp:cable_stays yes
gptkbp:celebrates New Year's Eve fireworks display
New Year’s Eve fireworks display
gptkbp:challenges earthquake resistance
due to strong currents
gptkbp:color_scheme international orange
gptkbp:community_events held nearby
annual marathons
gptkbp:connects European and Asian sides of Istanbul
gptkbp:constructed_in gptkb:Kolin_Construction
gptkbp:construction_cost 200 million USD
$200 million
gptkbp:construction_material steel and concrete
gptkbp:construction_started gptkb:1970
gptkb:1973
3 years
gptkbp:crosses gptkb:Bosphorus_Strait
gptkbp:cultural_events light shows
light shows held
gptkbp:cultural_heritage recognized as a national treasure
gptkbp:cultural_impact icon of modern Turkey
gptkbp:cultural_references featured in films and literature
gptkbp:cultural_significance symbol of Istanbul
important for Istanbul's identity
gptkbp:cultural_symbol of unity between continents
gptkbp:design gptkb:Leonhardt,_Andrä_und_Partner
gptkb:Leonhardt,_Andrä_and_Partner
gptkbp:design_features distinctive towers
gptkbp:emergency_services available
dedicated routes
gptkbp:enforces reported annually
reported occasionally
gptkbp:environmental_impact studies conducted
gptkbp:events attended by President of Turkey
gptkbp:focus_area several locations along the strait
gptkbp:has_public_transport yes
buses and taxis
buses and ferries
limited to specific times
gptkbp:has_toll yes
gptkbp:height 64 meters
gptkbp:historical_significance first bridge to connect Europe and Asia
first bridge to connect two continents
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Bosphorus Bridge
gptkbp:innovation advanced suspension technology
gptkbp:inspiration for future bridge designs
gptkbp:international_recognition known worldwide
part of UNESCO World Heritage Site proposal
gptkbp:landmark yes
national landmark
gptkbp:length 1.5 inches
1560 meters
over 1,000 meters
gptkbp:lighting LED lights
LED lights installed
dynamic color changes
gptkbp:local_legends associated with various myths
gptkbp:location gptkb:Istanbul
gptkb:Istanbul,_Turkey
gptkbp:maintenance gptkb:Istanbul_Metropolitan_Municipality
ongoing
regular inspections
regular inspections conducted
gptkbp:media_appearances featured in films and documentaries
gptkbp:opened gptkb:1973
gptkbp:opening_ceremony attended by international dignitaries
gptkbp:owner gptkb:Turkish_Government
gptkbp:parking limited
not allowed
gptkbp:passenger_traffic gptkb:vehicles
gptkb:Highway
real-time monitoring
vehicles and pedestrians
monitored by cameras
advanced systems in place
over 180,000 vehicles per day
managed by Turkish authorities
gptkbp:photography popular subject for photographers
popular for sunset photos
gptkbp:public_art installations nearby
gptkbp:renovation multiple over the years
multiple since opening
gptkbp:safety_features emergency lanes
advanced engineering standards
gptkbp:significance connects Europe and Asia
symbol of modern Turkey
gptkbp:style modern
gptkbp:tour available for students
gptkbp:tourist_attraction yes
frequented by tourists
gptkbp:type gptkb:bridge
cable-stayed bridge
gptkbp:viewpoint popular tourist attraction
gptkbp:vision illuminated at night
gptkbp:width 33.5 meters
gptkbp:wing_configuration 1074 meters
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Istanbul
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4