Bridge over the Ship Fairway, Cable-stayed bridge in Saint Petersburg, Russia
The Bridge over the Ship Fairway is a cable-stayed structure that stretches 622 meters across the Petrovsky waterway. It has three main spans and forms part of the Western Rapid Diameter, a major traffic corridor linking different parts of the city.
The bridge opened in 2016 and marked an important step in Saint Petersburg's modern infrastructure development. It continues the city's long tradition of spanning waterways, a practice that began under Peter the Great.
The bridge is part of Saint Petersburg's infrastructure network and connects different city areas over the Petrovsky fairway. It shows how modern structures fit into the city's water-based landscape.
The bridge is primarily used by vehicles and allows ships to pass underneath year-round. Pedestrians and cyclists can also use it, enjoying views of the surrounding area and city landmarks along the way.
The structure uses modern engineering techniques and offers views of the Lakhta Center from its height, a striking modern building on the horizon. The bridge visually connects old and new architecture of the city in a single sight line.
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