Tag: bridges
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Slovenia’s Bled Island: Unveil the enchanting oasis of a lifetime
Bred Island is a small tear-shaped island floating in the middle of Lake Bled in northwestern Slovenia. Nestled in Lake Bled’s emerald waters, this idyllic isle is a living fairy tale framed by the Julian Alps. The island is home to the Pilgrimage Church of the Assumption of Mary, a 170-foot tall Baroque structure. Built…
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Baatara Gorge Waterfall: Why it’s Lebanon’s best-kept secret
Like Peru’s Waterfall of the Bride, the Baatara Gorge Waterfall is one of Lebanon’s best-kept secrets. Located in the Tannourine Cedars Nature Reserve, the waterfall is accessible via a short hike through the forest on the Lebanon Mountain Trail. The views from the top are breathtaking, and the waterfall is an impressive sight. This hiking…
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How Vietnam’s Golden Bridge lends its hand to history
Vietnam’s Golden Hand Bridge, or Cau Vang, is an architectural wonder and a symbol of innovation and development in Ba Na Hills. Here’s an insight into the history and design of this masterpiece. The History of Vietnam’s Golden Hand Bridge Vietnam’s Golden Bridge stands suspended nearly a mile above sea level at the top of…
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10 of the world’s most beautiful bridges
Bridges have long been symbols of human ingenuity, connecting people, places, and cultures across rivers, valleys, and oceans. These structures serve practical and aesthetic purposes, from ancient stone bridges to modern engineering marvels. This blog post will explore 10 of the world’s most incredible bridges, each with unique history and design. 1. Golden Gate Bridge,…
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Castello Aragonese: An enchanting journey through time
Nestled amidst the azure waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea lies the magnificent Castello Aragonese. The fortress once stood as a symbol of power and dominance. However, it now stands as an embodiment of history and beauty. This architectural marvel has witnessed numerous civilizations’ rise and fall, making it a treasure trove for history buffs and…
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The life-saving wildlife crossings at Canada’s Banff National Park
Banff National Park, Canada, is home to a series of bridges and tunnels created for wildlife, commonly known as the Banff Wildlife Crossings. These car-free pathways are quickly becoming a conservation inspiration across the world. The overpass structures, implemented by Parks Canada 26 years ago, were designed to reduce the number of animal-vehicle collisions on…
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Germany’s “Devil’s Bridge” makes a spectacular optical illusion
The Devil’s Bridge (Rakotzbrücke) is a 19th-century stone bridge located in the 200-acre Rhododendron Park in Kromlau, Saxony, Germany. Legend says that not only did the devil build the structure, but Satan himself should be the only one to cross it. After all, it looks like a passageway to another world or, even more mysteriously, a massive…
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Climbing Austria’s Intersport Klettersteig aka “Sky Ladder to Heaven”
Austria’s 140-foot long “Sky Ladder,” or “Ladder to Heaven” via Ferrata Intersport Klettersteig connects a massive gorge on the way to the peak of Donnerkogel on the Gosaukamm mountain range. Captured by adventure photographer Alexander Ladanivskyy, these insane panorama-ladder stairs (made out of steel cables) lie 2,297 feet above the ground and overlook Gosau Lake below.…