Puente del Alamillo, Cable-stayed road bridge in Seville, Spain.
Description
Puente del Alamillo is a cable-stayed bridge stretching 200 meters across the Guadalquivir River, supported by a single 142-meter-tall pylon. The design uses 26 cables to distribute weight, allowing the structure to function without anchorage cables on the opposite side of the tower.
History
Architect Santiago Calatrava designed this asymmetrical structure for the 1992 World Exposition as part of Seville's transformation. The original plan called for two mirrored bridges on either side of Cartuja Island, though only one was ultimately constructed.
Culture
The bridge links the mainland to Cartuja Island, home to a historic monastery, a science and technology complex, and an amusement park. These destinations shape how locals and visitors move through and experience the area.
Practical
The bridge provides straightforward access for pedestrians and cyclists moving between the city center and the island. Early morning or late afternoon crossings tend to be less congested and offer better conditions for walking or cycling.
Did you know?
At the pylon's peak lies an observation point nicknamed 'the horse head's eye,' which has remained closed to visitors since completion. This hidden vantage point reveals the thoughtful detail embedded in the bridge's engineering.
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