Ponte dos Ingleses, Metal bridge in Praia de Iracema, Fortaleza, Brazil.
The Ponte dos Ingleses extends 120 meters into the Atlantic Ocean, featuring two large metal arches and a central observation tower at its endpoint.
British engineering firm Cochrane & Sons constructed this metallic structure in 1921 as part of an unrealized plan to develop a new harbor for Fortaleza.
The bridge transforms into an outdoor gallery during local festivals, displaying photographs and artworks that represent northeastern Brazilian traditions.
Visitors can access the bridge 24 hours daily, with the most favorable viewing times occurring between 5:00 PM and 6:30 PM for sunset observation.
The structure contains original British steel components from the 1920s, making it one of the few remaining examples of early 20th-century British engineering in Brazil.
Location: Fortaleza
Inception: September 24, 1921
GPS coordinates: -3.71848,-38.51696
Latest update: May 11, 2025 04:46
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