Potseluev Bridge, Cast-iron road bridge in Admiralteysky District, Russia.
Description
Potseluev Bridge is a single-span cast-iron road bridge stretching 41.5 meters across the Moyka River in central Saint Petersburg. Four granite obelisks with cast-iron lanterns stand at the corners of the bridge to mark its boundaries.
History
The bridge was first built in 1738 as a wooden structure to cross the Moyka River. In 1816, architect William Heste oversaw its reconstruction in cast iron to better handle the growing traffic of the city.
Culture
The bridge takes its name from a merchant named Potseluev who ran a tavern nearby, a connection that shaped how locals refer to this crossing. This origin reflects the way places in the city often bear the names of people and businesses that defined them.
Practical
The bridge is easily accessible to both foot traffic and vehicles, serving as a public crossing over the river in the city center. Visiting during daylight hours allows you to see the granite and cast-iron details of the decorative elements clearly.
Did you know?
The four granite obelisks at the bridge corners are topped with cast-iron lanterns that glow at night, creating a distinctive visual marker. These lanterns are part of a lighting tradition that dates back through the city's history.
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