Obukhovsky Bridge, Stone bridge over Fontanka River in Saint Petersburg, Russia
Description
The Obukhovsky Bridge spans the Fontanka River and carries Moskovsky Prospekt through central Saint Petersburg, built with reinforced concrete construction. Its surface is clad in traditional granite that defines its appearance.
History
A wooden structure from 1717 was replaced with a stone bridge between 1785 and 1786. Major changes came again in 1865 and then 1938, when a new concrete foundation was built.
Culture
The bridge appears in Nikolai Gogol's story 'The Overcoat', where the main character passes through this area. This literary connection makes it a place of cultural interest for readers of Russian classics.
Practical
The crossing connects both banks of the Fontanka along Moskovsky Prospekt for vehicles and pedestrians. It integrates well into the city network and is easy to access for visitors exploring the area.
Did you know?
During the 1938 reconstruction, engineers decided to preserve the historical look by cladding the new concrete structure with traditional granite stone. This approach blended modern building with a classical appearance.
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