The world's most beautiful, unusual, and unique bridges.

Rakotz Bridge in Kromlau, Germany

The most basic function of a bridge is to help people get from point A to point B. However, not all bridges have a monotonous, straight design; sometimes, a little creativity with nature can create a breathtaking masterpiece. One such example is the Rakotz Bridge in Germany, where the image of the bridge reflected in the clear blue water creates a balanced, harmonious, sparkling, and poetic scene.

Langkawi Suspension Bridge

Spreading across the sky in Malaysia

Architect Mayur Kanaiya created a unique architectural style for the Langkawi Sky Bridge. This 125-meter-long cable-stayed bridge curves over the summit of Gunung Mat Cincang mountain on Pulau Langkawi island. The Langkawi Sky Bridge is dubbed the world's most bizarre bridge, perfect for thrill-seekers who can stand suspended in mid-air and touch the clouds.

Natural wonders in India

Without bricks, mortar, or even standard square wooden planks, the village of Cherrapunji in Meghalaya, India – known as one of the wettest places in the world – has built a bridge from tree roots. The War-Khsis tribe has long learned to control the spread of Ficus tree roots in their native habitat, directing them in a specific direction. They use bamboo to support and compress the roots, and these types of bridges are formed in this way. Ravi Kodakandla, a user at Quara.com, says some bridges are over 30 meters long and can support the weight of 50 people.

Submerged bridge in the Netherlands

While most bridges span the water, the submerged bridge at Fort de Roovere near the village of Halsteren offers tourists a completely unique perspective. The bridge sits firmly between two banks of water, its smooth surface completely submerged, creating a perfectly sized passage for people crossing the river. The walls act as a dam to prevent water from overflowing. The bridge's structure blends seamlessly with the surrounding nature, creating a balanced and beautiful appearance.

London's rolling bridge

In London, a 12-meter-long rolling bridge retracts to one side to allow ships to pass through the Grand Union Canal in Paddington Basin. Eight hinged wooden panels with steel frames roll up until the two ends meet, forming an octagon. Every Friday at noon, the bridge performs its somersault, rolling into a compact, rounded shape against one bank, much to the admiration of crowds of tourists.

Stone bridges in Yemen - symbols of resilience

Mechanical engineer Achilleas Vortselas has a special affection for this stone bridge. He says, “No modern bridge can compare to the majestic grandeur of a traditional stone arch bridge. Stone bridges often demonstrate human resilience in overcoming physical obstacles, even with modest technical means. The Shaharah Bridge in Yemen is one such miraculous example.”

A keen human eye for the wildness of nature, a touch of human intervention, has helped to make the already beautiful nature even more magnificent and wondrous in everyone's eyes.

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