The most spectacular bridges in the world

Oanh Vu• February 8, 2018 09:34

The root bridge in India, the stone pillar bridge in China or the devil's bridge in Germany are the bridges with the most unique and spectacular designs in the world, voted by National Geographic Travel.

Rakotzbrücke Bridge, Kromlau Park, Kromlau, Germany:The Rakotzbrücke bridge was built in 1860 by German architect Friedrich Hermann Rötschke and is considered the symbol of the park. The bridge is built in an arched style and when reflected on the lake surface, it forms a circle, no matter from which angle it is viewed. Rakotzbrücke is also known as the devil's bridge because during the time of its construction, many strange geological formations formed on the lake surface and in the park. Photo: Peter Hirth/Redux

Inca Rope Bridge, Akpurimac River, Peru:This is one of the last remaining Inca rope bridges, nearly 40 meters long, spanning the Akpurimac Gorge for more than 500 years. Every year, in June, locals come together to dismantle and reweave the bridge using ishu grass. Photo: Wigbert Röth/Getty

Rolling Bridge, London, England:Heatherwick Studio's Rolling Bridge, built in 2004, is 12 metres long and spans the Grand Union Canal in Paddington Bay, London. The bridge consists of eight sections that can be rolled into an octagon using a hydraulic system. Photo: Steve Speller/Alamy

Charles Kuonen Suspension Bridge, Zermatt, Switzerland:The Charles Kuonen Bridge in Zermatt, Switzerland, is over 490m long and is the longest suspension bridge in the world. It sits almost 85m above the valley floor and opened in July 2017. Photo: GFC Collection/Alamy

Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco, California, USA:The Golden Gate Bridge opened on May 27, 1937, and was the longest suspension bridge in the world when it opened and has become a symbol of San Francisco. Every month, the Golden Gate Bridge welcomes more than 3 million vehicles traveling across the bridge. Photo: Spondylolithesis/Getty

Stone Bridge, Phoenix Ancient Town, China:The bridge with two rows of stone pillars, spanning the Da Giang River in the ancient town of Phoenix, is one of the unique highlights of this place. Photo:Paul Rushton/Alamy

Umshiang Bridge, Nongriat, India:In Nongriat, India, one of the wettest places on earth, locals have been crossing rivers for hundreds of years using special bridges made from living tree roots, one of which, the two-story Umshiang Bridge, can support the weight of 50 people. Photo: Alex Treadway

Bridge of Sighs, Rio di Palazzo, Venice, Italy:The stone Bridge of Sighs, designed by Antonio Contino and built in 1600, has been a source of inspiration for artists for centuries. It is also said that Venetian gondoliers say that kissing under the bridge at sunset will bring couples eternal love. Photo: Buena Vista Images/Getty

Pont du Gard Bridge, Gard, France:The Pont du Gard is an ancient Roman aqueduct spanning the Gardon River at Vers-Pont-du-Gard near Remoulins, in the Gard district of southern France. It is part of the 50 km long Nimes aqueduct, built by the Romans some 2,000 years ago, to carry water from a spring in Uzes to the Roman colony of Nemausus (Nimes). Photo: Kavram

Henderson Waves Bridge, Singapore:Henderson Waves is Singapore's tallest pedestrian bridge, made from Balau wood and steel. It connects Telok Blangah Hill Park with Mount Faber Park and is part of a nearly 10km walking trail. Photo: Fiftymm99/Getty

Webb Bridge, Docklands, Melbourne, Australia:The Webb Bridge is an arch bridge, curving like an eel, connecting Docklands and Victoria Harbour in Melbourne, Australia. This unique bridge was designed by world-renowned architect Robert Owen for pedestrians and cyclists. Photo: Alamy