Ponte Testaccio, Stone bridge in Testaccio district, Italy
Ponte Testaccio is a stone bridge that crosses the Tiber River and links the Testaccio and Trastevere districts in Rome. The structure spans about 122 meters and features stone construction distinguished by four reliefs at its entrance points.
Construction started in 1938 under architect Bastianelli's direction to connect Viale Aventino with Roma Trastevere railway station. After demolishing the old slaughterhouse on the site, the project was finished in 1948 and took its current name.
Four travertine reliefs on the bridge's entrance pillars show architectural styles common in Italy during the 1940s. These stone carvings reflect the artistic taste of that era and define how the crossing looks.
The bridge accommodates both pedestrians and vehicles, providing direct access between Largo Giovanni Battista Marzi and Lungotevere Portuense. The river below is wide, but the crossing itself is level and easy to walk.
The bridge was initially planned to be named Ponte d'Africa but received its current name when completed. This original naming scheme reflects how projects evolve during their construction period.
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