Imbaba Bridge, Road bridge across the Nile in Cairo, Egypt
Description
Imbaba Bridge crosses the Nile with six fixed sections and one moveable middle span that opens for river traffic. The structure includes broad staircases on each bank to accommodate pedestrians accessing the bridge from water level.
History
A Belgian engineering firm built the current bridge between 1912 and 1924, replacing an earlier railway structure that opened in 1891. This newer design reflected advances in bridge technology and served the city's expanding transportation needs.
Culture
The bridge design incorporates grand staircases reflecting the architectural preferences during the reign of King Fouad the First of Egypt.
Practical
Pedestrian access is concentrated on the wide staircases running from water level to the roadway on each side. The best time to visit is during daylight hours when visibility is good and you can see the surroundings clearly.
Did you know?
From the bridge deck, travelers can observe the National Bank of Egypt, Arkadia Mall, Cairo Tower, and the Gezira Sheraton Hotel along the Nile.
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