Old Godavari Bridge, Railway bridge in Rajahmundry, India
The Old Godavari Bridge is a railway bridge crossing the Godavari River and connecting the East and West Godavari districts in Andhra Pradesh. Its steel structure spans across the water with multiple arches that remain visible from the riverbanks below.
The British government completed this structure in 1900 to establish railway connectivity between Chennai and Kolkata. Its construction marked a significant development in India's railway expansion during that era.
The structure appears frequently in local art and stories, where its steel frame and river setting inspire regional artists and writers. It has become a subject of creative expression for people throughout the area.
You can reach the bridge from Rajahmundry using local transportation, with the best light and clearest views in early morning and evening hours. The riverbank nearby also offers good vantage points if you want to see it from different angles.
The bridge displays early 20th-century engineering with detailed ironwork reflecting techniques that were advanced for the time. Many visitors overlook the fine craftsmanship visible in the steel components and joints.
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