The construction work of Bolsheokhtinsky Bridge begun in 1909 and on October 26, 1911 the bridge was opened to the common people. Comprising of 3 spans, the middle span is well-protected by the granite towers, that are made following the architectural style of Romans. This middle span is approximately 14.6 meters broad. The other 2 spans are supported by the 136 meter long beams.
Its sudden rising central span has made this bridge different from all other Russian bridges. The constructors of this bridge have used electro-mechanical system for building it.
The Wonderful Architectural Design of Bolsheokhtinsky Bridge
Apart from this, the bridge has also 2 granite towers.This Bolsheokhtinsky Bridge looks quite similar to the Lighthouses.
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The towers of this bridge are constructed in the design of quadrilateral cubes. Small half circle towers can be seen in one part of the bridge.
A Famous Drawbridge of Russia
Standing on the River Neva, it serves as one of the main bridges of Saint Petersburg. The medieval as well as modern architectural form is reflected through the design of this drawbridge. The Bolsheokhtinsky Bridge covers an approximate area of 28,970 square meters.
Peter the Great Bridge
This bridge is also called Peter the Great Bridge. The length of the entire bridge is around 335 meters, whereas, its width is 23.5 meters. It mainly connects Sinopskaya embankment with Sverdlovsk embankment.
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