Sultan Mahmud Bridge, Bridge in Kuala Terengganu, Malaysia.
Sultan Mahmud Bridge is a concrete box girder structure that crosses the Terengganu River, linking two major sections of the city together. It stretches more than 1 kilometer and runs along Federal Route 65, connecting residential areas with the city center.
The bridge was built in 1988 and officially opened on 11 March 1990 by Sultan Mahmud Al-Muktafi Billah Shah of Terengganu. It was originally planned between Tanjung and Seberang Takir, but the route was moved to link Padang Hiliran to Seberang Tuan Chik through Pulau Duyong so that the island gained road access. Tolls, once 50 sen for cars, were abolished in 1999 by the new PAS state government.
The bridge has become part of everyday life for residents, who cross it regularly to move between different neighborhoods and access the city center. It shapes how people experience the river and serves as a familiar landmark in the local landscape.
The bridge is toll-free and can be crossed anytime by foot or car without delays. It has clear lane markings and offers sidewalks for pedestrians to walk safely.
An international running event takes place on the bridge each September, bringing together runners from around the world. This annual gathering transforms it into a place where sport and community connection happen at the same time.
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