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1. Rolling Bridge, in the United Kingdom
Situated in London, United Kingdom, England
Founded in 2004
Price: $1.6 million
London's Rolling Bridge is both interesting and useful. Located in Paddington Basin, this unusual bridge crosses the Grand Union Canal and was completed in 2004 at a cost of $1.6 million. Its unique design, made up of eight triangle parts that fold up to form a circle so that boats may pass beneath, is what makes it unique.
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United Kingdom's Rolling Bridge © Loz Pycock via Wikipedia
Locals dubbed it "the curling bridge" because of this mechanism. Not only is the Rolling Bridge a useful way to cross, but it also creates a visually stunning display that draws people in to see its elegant change. The smooth curling motion of the Rolling Bridge is made possible by a sophisticated system of pistons and counterweights that work together to provide hydraulic power.
2. China's Wushan Yangtze River Bridge
Situated in China's Chongqing
Founded in 2005
Price: $100 million
A remarkable engineering achievement is the Wushan Yangtze River Bridge. This $100 million cable-stayed bridge in Chongqing crosses the Yangtze River to connect Wushan County with the mainland. It was opened for traffic in 2005. It is one of the world's longest bridges, measuring 1,280 meters in total.
China's Wushan Yangtze River Bridge ©Glabb/Commons Wikimedia
In addition to its remarkable size, the Wushan Yangtze River Bridge is an essential link for both locals and enterprises, promoting trade and transit in the area. Considering its size and intricacy, the Wushan Yangtze River Bridge's construction took only three years, which is an incredible accomplishment.
