Rakotz Bridge in Kromlau, Germany
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The most basic function of a bridge is to help people go from point A to point B. However, not all bridges have a straight, monotonous shape. Sometimes, a little creativity with nature can create a beautiful masterpiece. One of them is the Rakotz Bridge in Germany. The image of the bridge reflected in the clear blue water creates a balance, harmony, sparkling and poetic.
Langkawi Suspension Bridge
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Spread across the skies in Malaysia
Architect Mayur Kanaiya has created a special architectural style for the Langkawi Sky Bridge. The 125m long cable-stayed bridge curves on the top of Gunung Mat Cincang mountain on Pulau Langkawi island. Langkawi Sky Bridge is known as the most unusual bridge in the world for those who love thrills. They can stand in the sky and touch the clouds.
Natural wonders in India
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Without bricks, mortar, or even standard squares of wood, the village of Cherrapunji in the Indian state of Meghalaya – known as one of the wettest places on earth – has built a bridge out of tree roots. The War-Khsis tribe has long learned to control the spread of the native Ficus tree’s roots in a certain direction. They use bamboo to help compress the roots, and that’s how these bridges are formed. Ravi Kodakandla, a user at Quara.com, says some of the bridges are over 30m long and can support the weight of 50 people.
Submersible bridge in the Netherlands
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While most bridges span water, the sunken bridge at Fort de Roovere near the village of Halsteren offers a completely new perspective. The sunken bridge sits firmly between two banks of water, its flat surface sinking completely, creating a narrow path for people to cross the river. The walls act as a dam to keep the water from overflowing. The structure of the bridge blends perfectly with the surrounding nature, creating a balanced beauty.
Roller Shutter Bridge in London
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In London, a 12-meter-long roll-up bridge retracts to one side to allow boats to pass through the Grand Union Canal at Paddington Basin. Eight hinged wooden panels with steel surrounds roll up until the two ends meet, forming an octagon. Every Friday at noon, the bridge performs its somersault, rolling into a circular mass that collapses onto one bank as crowds of tourists watch.
Stone bridge in Yemen - symbol of resilience
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Mechanical engineer Achilleas Vortselas has a special affection for this stone bridge. “No modern bridge can compare with the grandeur and elegance of a traditional stone arch bridge,” he says. “Stone bridges often demonstrate the resilience of human beings to overcome physical obstacles, even with modest engineering means. The Shaharah Bridge in Yemen is one of those miracles.”
A little bit of human insight into the wildness of nature, a little bit of human intervention has helped make beautiful nature more splendid and magical in everyone's eyes.
