Starovolzhsky Bridge, Suspension bridge in Tver, Russia
The Starovolzhsky Bridge is a steel road and pedestrian bridge over the Volga River in central Tver, resting on several stone piers. It connects the left and right banks of the city and is one of the most visible river crossings in the region.
The bridge was built between 1897 and 1900 under engineer Masheka and was the first fixed crossing over the Volga in Tver. In 1941, Soviet troops blew it up during the city's evacuation, and it was later rebuilt.
For people in Tver, this bridge is a daily crossing, and many walk across it simply to enjoy the view over the Volga. From the footpath, you can see the steel framework up close and look out over the wide river in both directions.
The bridge sits in the city center and is easy to reach on foot from the surrounding streets. A visit in good light is worthwhile since the bridge offers a wide view over the river.
Although the bridge was rebuilt after being destroyed in World War Two, its original late-tsarist metal form was largely kept. This makes it a rare example of pre-revolutionary engineering that is still visible in the city today.
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