Ponte dei Leoni, Stone bridge near Arengario, Monza, Italy.
The Ponte dei Leoni crosses the Lambro River with three arches and is crowned by four marble lions created by sculptor Antonio Tantardini. The structure spans Via Vittorio Emanuele and links different sections of Monza.
The bridge was built between 1838 and 1840 during Austrian rule over the region. It replaced the ancient Roman Ponte dell'Arena, which had deteriorated beyond use.
The four marble lions adorning the structure express the artistic taste of 19th-century Lombardy and reflect a preference for sculptural decoration on public works. Visitors notice how these figures turn the crossing into a symbol of local pride.
The crossing is easy to reach on foot as it sits on a main street through the city center. Daytime visits work best to see the carved lions in good light.
Remains of the original Roman bridge foundation are visible underwater on the eastern bank, protected by a viewing case. These archaeological traces let visitors understand the layers of the site's past.
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