Brooklyn Bridge
Brooklyn Bridge, Suspension bridge in New York City
The Brooklyn Bridge is a hybrid cable-stayed/suspension bridge in New York City, spanning the East River between Manhattan Island and Brooklyn.
Completed in 1883, it was the first fixed crossing across the East River.
The bridge has been an iconic part of the New York skyline and has featured in many films, books, and works of art.
It provides a pedestrian walkway for people to cross the river, offering stunning views of the city.
At the time of its opening, it was the longest suspension bridge in the world.
Location: Manhattan
Location: Brooklyn
Architect: John Augustus Roebling
Official opening: May 24, 1883
Architectural style: Gothic Revival
Height: 84 m
Longest Span: 487 m
Width: 25.9 m
Material: steel, stone
Source: Wikimedia