Ponte sul Tesina, Stone bridge in Torri di Quartesolo, Italy.
Ponte sul Tesina is a stone bridge in Torri di Quartesolo that crosses a river with several arches supported by sturdy pillars. These pillars feature classical proportions typical of 16th-century bridge design.
The design came from Andrea Palladio in 1569, with work carried out between 1580 and the end of the 16th century under Domenico Groppino's direction. This approach combined Renaissance ideals with the building techniques available at the time.
The bridge shows design features from the Renaissance period that connect to classical architectural ideas of that era. Its form reflects how builders at the time looked back to ancient Rome for inspiration in their own work.
The bridge is open year-round and serves as an important link for pedestrians and vehicles crossing the river. It is wise to watch for maintenance work, as this can sometimes affect regular access patterns.
It remains the only surviving masonry work designed by Palladio, making it a rare example of his bridge-building approach. A restoration in 2010 preserved the structure and brought back its original features.
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