20 Most Beautiful Bridges in the World

The most beautiful bridges in the world, ranging from the Abu Dhabi bridge designed by Zaha Hadid to perhaps the lesser known Khaju Bridge in Isfahan, Iran. Perhaps nothing in the realm of building is more practical than a bridge. In fact, not only do these bridging structures permit us to cross a chasm securely, but unlike other buildings and residences, a bridge is accessible to all. Furthermore, just because something is functional does not mean that it has to have a boring design. In fact, some of the most famous architects in the world exhibit their innovative abilities in bridge design.

The Helix Bridge (Singapore)

The Marina Centre and Marina South are connected by the Helix Bridge, which winds across the centre of Singapore. In a city filled with modern architectural treasures, the bridge, which was completed in 2010, stands out.

Constitution Bridge (Venice, Italy)

Venice’s Constitution Bridge, which was finished in 2008, is a famous monument that stands out in a city bursting with amazing architecture. The building, designed by renowned architect Santiago Calatrava, is equally stunning from above and below (which is a concave, ribbed design).

Juscelino Kubitschek Bridge (Brasilia, Brazil)

The Juscelino Kubitschek Bridge, often known as the JK Bridge, was created by structural engineer Mário Vila Verde and architect Alexandre Chan and is situated in Brasilia, Brazil. The bridge cost around $57 million to build and was finished in 2002.

Millau Viaduct (Creissels, France)

The Millau Viaduct is not only the tallest but also one of the most beautiful bridge in the world . The bridge’s crest rises around 1,125 feet above the bridge’s base as it crosses the River Tarn valley close to Millau in southern France. The bridge was built by structural engineer Michel Virlogeux and architect Sir Norman Foster, and it was inaugurated in 2004.

Henderson Waves Bridge (Singapore)

Henderson Waves Bridge is the tallest bridge in Singapore at slightly over 118 feet at its highest point. The contemporary pedestrian bridge is encircled by the region’s luxuriant natural vegetation. Mount Faber Park and Telok Blangah Hill Park are connected by the Henderson Waves bridge, which was created by the American firm RSP Architects.

Charles Bridge (Prague, Czech Republic)

A historic bridge that spans the Vltava river in Prague, Czech Republic, is known as the Charles Bridge. It was built in the early 1400s. This beautiful bridge, which is almost 1,700 feet long and is made completely of stone, is embellished with several statues on both sides.

Seri Wawasan Bridge (Putrajaya, Malaysia)

The Seri Wawasan Bridge, which is in Putrajaya, Malaysia, was created in 2003 by the Kuala Lumpur-based company PJSI Consultants.

Brooklyn Bridge (New York City, USA)

The Brooklyn Bridge in New York is a famous building with a long history. After a panic on the bridge descended into a stampede that left 12 people dead in 1883, the bridge horrified many New Yorkers. Local officials paraded 21 elephants across the Brooklyn Bridge to show the locals that the span was secure. Today, it is used daily by about 150,000 vehicles and pedestrians to cross the East River.

Khaju Bridge (Isfahan, Iran)

The Khaju Bridge in Isfahan was constructed in 1650 at the height of the Safavid era (1501-1736) in contemporary Iran. There are 23 arches in the 436-foot-long and 40-foot-wide construction. The Khaju Bridge is a well-liked gathering place for the general public and is stunning both day and night.

Nescio Bridge (Amsterdam, Netherlands)

The Nescio Bridge in Amsterdam, which was finished in 2006, earned three significant accolades in a two-year period due to its astonishing beauty and form. This beautiful bridge’s structure, which was created by London-based WilkinsonEyre, spans about 2,600 feet in total length and carries bikers and pedestrians across the Amsterdam-Rhine Canal.

High Bridge (Amsterdam, Netherlands)

The New York-based company West 8 created Amsterdam’s High Bridge, commonly known as Python Bridge, which was finished in 2001.

Rialto Bridge (Venice, Italy)

The oldest bridge still in existence crosses Venice’s Grand Canal on the Rialto Bridge, which was constructed in the sixteenth century.

Tower Bridge (London, England)

The recognisable Tower Bridge in London is now a popular tourist destination. The 1894-built bridge can be raised to an angle of 86 degrees, allowing river traffic to pass while simultaneously allowing cars and people to cross the River Thames.

Zubizuri (Bilbao, Spain)

The Campo Volantin Bridge and Puente del Campo Volantin are additional names for the Zubizuri footbridge, which was constructed in 1997. The building, which is situated in Bilbao, Spain, was created by the renowned architect Santiago Calatrava.

Ruyi Bridge (Zhejiang, China)

The Ruyi Bridge, which technically consists of three bridges, spans China’s Shenxianju Valley in a ribbon-like pattern. Its building was designed by He Yunchang and was completed in 2020. Perhaps even more notable than its breathtaking design is its glass-bottomed floor.

Manhattan Bridge (New York City, USA)

When the Manhattan Bridge was finished in 1912, the Brooklyn Bridge lost its title as the city’s longest bridge. The Manhattan Bridge, which spans the East River for around 6,855 feet, was created by Leon Moisseiff. Thousands of commuters utilise the bridge each day, travelling across it on foot, bicycles, cars, and subway trains.

Sheikh Zayed Bridge (Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates)

The Sheikh Zayed Bridge in Abu Dhabi, which cost $300 million to build, was designed by the late Zaha Hadid.

Széchenyi Chain Bridge (Budapest, Hungary)

The William Tierney Clark-designed Széchenyi Chain Bridge in Budapest spans the enormous Danube river and was first built in 1849.

Golden Gate Bridge (San Francisco, USA)

The Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, one of the most famous buildings in the world, was finished in 1937. The Irving Morrow-designed Art Deco structure was recognised by the American Society of Civil Engineers as one of the modern world’s wonders.

Puente de la Mujer (Buenos Aires, Argentina)

Puente de la Mujer, a 2001 construction project by renowned architect Santiago Calatrava, is situated in Buenos Aires’s business sector.