Alsina Bridge, Steel bridge in Nueva Pompeya, Argentina.
The Alsina Bridge is a steel structure spanning the Riachuelo River with six traffic lanes and neo-colonial architectural elements at both ends. The crossing incorporates a rolling lift mechanism system that allows boats to pass through when needed.
The first crossing at this location was a wooden bridge built in the mid-19th century. The current steel structure was completed in 1938, replacing multiple earlier constructions that had served the area.
The bridge houses the Bandoneon Center, a municipal facility where visitors can learn about traditional tango instruments and circus performance arts. The space connects this crossing to the musical identity of the city and its neighborhoods.
The bridge can experience heavy traffic during peak hours, so allow time if walking across. Both sides offer different neighborhoods to explore, making it a good starting point to get oriented between Nueva Pompeya and Valentin Alsina.
The rolling lift mechanisms are still in use today, occasionally allowing boats to pass through, a working system from the era when it was built. This functioning technical detail surprises many visitors who see it mainly as a modern traffic structure.
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