Pamban Bridge, Railway bridge in Rameswaram, India
The Pamban Bridge extends 2,065 meters across the Palk Strait, connecting Rameswaram Island to mainland India through 144 structural spans.
Constructed in 1911 and inaugurated in 1914, this engineering achievement marked India's first sea bridge, revolutionizing transportation between Rameswaram and the mainland.
The bridge functions as a vital connection for pilgrims traveling to the sacred temples of Rameswaram, a significant religious destination in Tamil Nadu.
Train movements cease when wind speeds exceed 58 kilometers per hour, and the central bascule section rises to allow maritime vessels to pass underneath.
The bridge incorporates a double-leaf bascule mechanism designed by German engineer Scherzer, enabling the central span to lift vertically for ship passage.
Location: Ramanathapuram district
Official opening: February 24, 1914
Length: 2,065 m
GPS coordinates: 9.28257,79.20164
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:03
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