Ioannovsky Bridge, Footbridge in Petrogradsky District, Saint Petersburg, Russia.
Description
Ioannovsky Bridge is a wooden footbridge that spans the Kronverksky Strait, linking the Peter and Paul Fortress with the Petrograd Side. Its granite sidewalks, cobbled paving, and decorative entrance lamps give it a structured pedestrian character.
History
The bridge was first built in 1703 as a floating wooden structure and underwent several reconstructions, notably in 1706 and 1738. A major restoration took place in 1950.
Culture
The bridge takes its name from Saint John the Baptist, reflecting a spiritual connection that dates back to its 1887 renaming. Residents and visitors alike use it as a passage between two significant districts while recognizing its religious heritage.
Practical
The bridge is straightforward to cross as a pedestrian, accessible from either the fortress grounds or the Petrograd Side. Its paved surfaces make passage clear and direct across the waterway.
Did you know?
A metal hare sculpture has sat on a pile beside the bridge since 2003, commemorating animals that sought refuge during floods. This unusual art installation is often overlooked by passersby.
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