The Yavuz Sultan Selim Bridge, also known as the Third Bosphorus Bridge, is a cable-stayed bridge located in Istanbul, Turkey. Completed in 2016, it spans the Bosphorus Strait, connecting the European and Asian sides of the city. The bridge is notable for being one of the longest and widest suspension bridges in the world, with a total length of 2,164 meters. This bridge is named after Sultan Selim I, a prominent Ottoman sultan known for his military conquests. The Yavuz Sultan Selim Bridge plays a crucial role in alleviating traffic congestion in Istanbul and supports both road and rail transportation.