Periyar Bridge, Road bridge in Chennai, India
The Periyar Bridge spans across the Coovum River, connecting the southern section of The Island with Chennai's neighboring districts.
Originally constructed in 1805 as St. George's Bridge, the structure provided essential access between Fort St. George and Triplicane during colonial times.
The renaming of St. George's Bridge to Periyar Bridge after independence reflects the recognition of social reformer E.V. Ramasamy's contributions.
The bridge serves as a primary transportation artery, enabling thousands of daily commuters to travel between different sections of Chennai.
The concrete structure underwent substantial reconstruction in the 1920s to strengthen its foundation and expand its capacity for increasing traffic.
Location: Chennai
Inception: 1805
GPS coordinates: 13.07235,80.27504
Latest update: November 28, 2025 14:29
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