February 18, 2026 | 04:40 pm
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Bridges are not just infrastructure that connect roads, but they are a form of human creativity. The unique and captivating architectural style of bridges represents historical and contemporary architecture. Whether it's high-tech innovation in Scandinavia, ancient straw rope pathways in Peru, or modern designs that adorn the skylines of big cities, the world would feel different without these unique bridge structures.
As reported by Time Out and CN Traveller, here are the 10 most amazing bridges in the world.
10 Most Beautiful Brigdes in the World
1. Stari Most (Bosnia & Herzegovina)
The 16th-century Ottoman stone bridge is a symbol of ethnic reconciliation. It was destroyed during the Bosnian War in 1993 and rebuilt with original stones from the Neretva Riverbed.
2. Root Bridges (India)
In Meghalaya, the Khasi tribe weave living aerial roots of the fig tree to create unique bridges. The Double Decker Root Bridge's structure grows stronger as the tree ages, allowing it to withstand extreme rainy seasons.
3. Rakotzbrcke (Germany)
Known as the "Devil's Bridge," this 19th-century stone structure is designed to form a perfect circle when reflected in the calm water, creating a beautiful optical illusion.
4. Golden Bridge (Vietnam)
Located 1,000 meters above Ba Na Hills, Vietnam, this 150-meter-long bridge appears iconic as it is supported by a pair of giant hands made to resemble ancient mossy stone.
5. Brooklyn Bridge (U.S.)
Completed in 1883, this Gothic-style suspension bridge connects Manhattan and Brooklyn. Its steel cables and stone arches have been the backdrop for thousands of legendary Hollywood films.
6. The Twist (Norway)
Located in the Kistefos Sculpture Park, this building serves dual functions as a bridge and a contemporary art gallery with a twisted artistic design above the Randselva River.
7. Helix Bridge (Singapore)
The pedestrian bridge in Marina Bay, Singapore, is inspired by the structure of the human DNA. At night, LED lights symbolizing the four nucleotide bases will illuminate in harmonious colors.
8. Zhangjiajie Glass Bridge (China)
This bridge, which spans a steep canyon, offers an extreme sensation of walking 300 meters above the ground with dramatic cliff views thanks to its transparent glass flooring.
9. Juscelino Kubitscheck Bridge (Brazil)
With three 60-meter asymmetrical steel arches that appear to "leap" over Lake Paranoa, the bridge adds a futuristic touch to Brasilia's skyline.
10. Kapellbrcke (Switzerland)
The oldest wooden bridge in Europe was built around 1333. Despite a fire in 1993, the bridge has been restored, complete with historic 17th-century ceiling paintings.
Imanda Zahwa contributed to this article
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