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Famous Bridges of the World - JSON
Famous bridges of the world represent humanity's achievements where architectural engineering meets artistry. Bridges like the Golden Gate Bridge, Sydney Harbour Bridge, and Tower Bridge have become symbols of their cities and countries, attracting millions of visitors as iconic landmarks. These bridges serve not merely as transportation infrastructure but as testaments to history, culture, and technological innovation.
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[
{
"code": "001",
"slug": "golden-gate-bridge",
"name": "Golden Gate Bridge",
"description": "The iconic suspension bridge in San Francisco, USA.",
"location": "San Francisco, California, USA",
"yearCompleted": 1937,
"bridgeType": "Suspension Bridge",
"length": "2,737m",
"height": "227m"
},
{
"code": "002",
"slug": "sydney-harbour-bridge",
"name": "Sydney Harbour Bridge",
"description": "The steel arch bridge in Sydney, Australia.",
"location": "Sydney, New South Wales, Australia",
"yearCompleted": 1932,
"bridgeType": "Steel Arch Bridge",
"length": "1,149m",
"height": "134m"
},
{
"code": "003",
"slug": "tower-bridge",
"name": "Tower Bridge",
"description": "The bascule and suspension bridge in London, UK.",
"location": "London, United Kingdom",
"yearCompleted": 1894,
"bridgeType": "Bascule and Suspension Bridge",
"length": "244m",
"height": "65m"
},
{
"code": "004",
"slug": "brooklyn-bridge",
"name": "Brooklyn Bridge",
"description": "The historic suspension bridge in New York City.",
"location": "New York City, New York, USA",
"yearCompleted": 1883,
"bridgeType": "Suspension Bridge",
"length": "1,825m",
"height": "84m"
},
{
"code": "005",
"slug": "millau-viaduct",
"name": "Millau Viaduct",
"description": "The world's tallest cable-stayed bridge in France.",
"location": "Millau, France",
"yearCompleted": 2004,
"bridgeType": "Cable-Stayed Bridge",
"length": "2,460m",
"height": "343m"
},
{
"code": "006",
"slug": "ponte-vecchio",
"name": "Ponte Vecchio",
"description": "The medieval stone bridge in Florence, Italy.",
"location": "Florence, Italy",
"yearCompleted": 1345,
"bridgeType": "Stone Arch Bridge",
"length": "84m",
"height": "N/A"
},
{
"code": "007",
"slug": "charles-bridge",
"name": "Charles Bridge",
"description": "The historic stone bridge in Prague, Czech Republic.",
"location": "Prague, Czech Republic",
"yearCompleted": 1402,
"bridgeType": "Stone Arch Bridge",
"length": "516m",
"height": "N/A"
},
{
"code": "008",
"slug": "rialto-bridge",
"name": "Rialto Bridge",
"description": "The oldest bridge across the Grand Canal in Venice, Italy.",
"location": "Venice, Italy",
"yearCompleted": 1591,
"bridgeType": "Stone Arch Bridge",
"length": "48m",
"height": "7.5m"
},
{
"code": "009",
"slug": "akashi-kaikyo-bridge",
"name": "Akashi Kaikyo Bridge",
"description": "The world's longest suspension bridge in Kobe, Japan.",
"location": "Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan",
"yearCompleted": 1998,
"bridgeType": "Suspension Bridge",
"length": "3,911m",
"height": "298m"
},
{
"code": "010",
"slug": "pont-du-gard",
"name": "Pont du Gard",
"description": "The ancient Roman aqueduct bridge in France.",
"location": "Vers-Pont-du-Gard, France",
"yearCompleted": 60,
"bridgeType": "Stone Arch Aqueduct Bridge",
"length": "360m",
"height": "48.8m"
},
{
"code": "011",
"slug": "forth-bridge",
"name": "Forth Bridge",
"description": "The UNESCO World Heritage railway bridge in Scotland.",
"location": "South Queensferry, Scotland, UK",
"yearCompleted": 1890,
"bridgeType": "Cantilever Truss Bridge",
"length": "2,528m",
"height": "110m"
},
{
"code": "012",
"slug": "szechenyi-chain-bridge",
"name": "Szechenyi Chain Bridge",
"description": "The historic chain bridge in Budapest, Hungary.",
"location": "Budapest, Hungary",
"yearCompleted": 1849,
"bridgeType": "Chain Suspension Bridge",
"length": "375m",
"height": "48m"
},
{
"code": "013",
"slug": "helix-bridge",
"name": "Helix Bridge",
"description": "The DNA-inspired pedestrian bridge in Singapore.",
"location": "Marina Bay, Singapore",
"yearCompleted": 2010,
"bridgeType": "Pedestrian Truss Bridge",
"length": "280m",
"height": "N/A"
},
{
"code": "014",
"slug": "ponte-alexandre-iii",
"name": "Pont Alexandre III",
"description": "The ornate Art Nouveau bridge in Paris, France.",
"location": "Paris, France",
"yearCompleted": 1900,
"bridgeType": "Arch Bridge",
"length": "160m",
"height": "N/A"
},
{
"code": "015",
"slug": "bixby-creek-bridge",
"name": "Bixby Creek Bridge",
"description": "The scenic concrete bridge in Big Sur, California.",
"location": "Big Sur, California, USA",
"yearCompleted": 1932,
"bridgeType": "Concrete Arch Bridge",
"length": "218m",
"height": "85m"
}
]