10 Marvelous Bridges Around The World

Zee Media Bureau
Nov 23, 2023

Bastei Bridge, Germany

Near Dresden, Germany, is a stunning 1851 sandstone structure in Saxon Switzerland National Park with panoramic Elbe River views.

Dragon Bridge, Vietnam

A striking 1,864-foot metallic marvel shaped like a dragon, with the ability to breathe fire or water for special occasions.

Millau Viaduct, France

Opened in 2004, boasts world records for its towering pylons, Europe's highest road bridge deck, a weight surpassing the Eiffel Tower.

Brooklyn Bridge, USA

Opened in 1883 and initially causing anxiety, the New York bridge gained public trust after P. T. Barnum paraded elephants across it; now a routine route for vehicles and pedestrians.

Charles Bridge, Czech Republic

Prague's Charles Bridge, over 600 years old, spans the Vltava River, adorned with 30 saint statues, and anchored by the Gothic Old Town Bridge Tower.

Széchenyi Chain Bridge, Hungary

Budapest's Széchenyi Chain Bridge spans the Danube, symbolizing unity between Buda and Pest.

Golden Gate Bridge, USA

A "Seven Wonders of the Modern World" landmark, opened in 1937 and boasts an International Orange hue for visibility in the fog.

Sheikh Zayed Bridge, UAE

Designed by renowned architect Zaha Hadid, the bridge certainly makes a statement with its curved arches and mammoth size and looks best when it's illuminated with coloured lights. 

Ponte Vecchio, Italy

Resilient against two floods, is now an iconic Italian bridge with historic shops. Initially butchers and fishmongers, these stores have evolved to offer jewelry and souvenirs.

Stari Most, Bosnia

Rebuilt after the 16th-century Croat-Bosniak war, spans the Neretva River in the restored UNESCO World Heritage Site, showcasing diverse architecture influences.

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