The Remarkable U Bein Bridge of Myanmar
November 1, 2023
U Bein Bridge in Myanmar, near Mandalay, is the longest teakwood bridge in the world, and one of the country’s most amazing sights. … More The Remarkable U Bein Bridge of Myanmar
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15 French Bridges That Cross Obstacles With Style
June 12, 2023
France has some of the world’s most amazing bridges. From elegant masterpieces to Roman ruins to prehistoric wonders, meet 15 of France’s incredible arches. … More 15 French Bridges That Cross Obstacles With Style
History of Paris’ Medieval Deathtrap Bridges (That Don’t Exist Any more)
June 5, 2023
Paris is known for its beautiful bridges. But, many others were destroyed, burned, or lost in floods. Let’s take a closer look at the history of Paris bridges. … More History of Paris’ Medieval Deathtrap Bridges (That Don’t Exist Any more)
Pont Julien – The Most Charming Roman Bridge In France
May 24, 2023
Pont Julien is one of France’s oldest and most charming bridges. This Roman site is a beautifully preserved slice of history. … More Pont Julien – The Most Charming Roman Bridge In France
Pont du Gard, France’s Most Spectacular Roman Bridge
April 26, 2023
Pont du Gard in southern France is a masterpiece in Roman design and engineering. The beidge and aqueduct has been in use for millennia. … More Pont du Gard, France’s Most Spectacular Roman Bridge
Pont Valentré, The Devil’s Bridge in France
April 19, 2023
Pont du Gard is a Medieval bridge in southern France. While the it never saw battle, it does have stories of the devil interfering with construction. … More Pont Valentré, The Devil’s Bridge in France
Sur le Pont d’Avignon – France’s Most Famous Half Bridge
April 4, 2023
Le Pont d’Avignon is one of the most famous Medieval bridges in France, even though it is mostly destroyed. It even has its own children’s song! … More Sur le Pont d’Avignon – France’s Most Famous Half Bridge
The Love Lock Bridge of Paris – Pont des Arts
October 19, 2014
You may not have heard of the Pont des Arts by its real name – but you might have heard of the ‘love lock’ bridge in Paris. It’s the pedestrian bridge known for its railings covered in padlocks, locked there by loving couples who sign their initials and throw the key into the Seine river … More The Love Lock Bridge of Paris – Pont des Arts
London on foot
December 20, 2012
Well, it seems that for all these years I thought the London bridge was that famous twin towered attraction, but it was Tower Bridge I was thinking of! (So the song was about a different bridge falling down I guess…) Turns out the term applies to many bridges, and the medieval London bridge from the … More London on foot
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