Today, bridge architecture has become a fundamental part of the urban landscape, transcending physical form and becoming a symbol of cultural and political progress. In places like New York City, and Paris, some bridges have become destinations in their right, attracting millions of visitors each year.

The viaduct is a type of bridge, generally a bridge that spans a deep ravine instead of a high embankment, and a bridge that crosses a roadway in an urban bridge, supported by a highly supported tower or column.

Here is a list of the world's most magnificent bridges for you to see if you have the chance.

1. Golden Gate Bridge

The iconic Golden Gate Bridge was completed in May 1937. The design of the bridge was influenced by the Art Deco style and the iconic colour is called "International Orange", and the structure stands out even when there is fog around the Bay Area.

2. Vecchio Bridge

The Ponte Vecchio, which spans the Arno River, is the place where Dante, the author of the Divine Comedy, met Beatrice, and is therefore also known as the "Bridge of Love". This arch bridge in Florence was built in 1345 after the previous building was destroyed by a flood in 1117, and the bridge has always been inhabited by merchants.

3. Double Helix Bridge

The Double Helix Bridge is one of the most popular landmarks in Singapore, the design of the bridge is based on the DNA structure and it is also a great place to enjoy the magnificent view of Singapore as it is designed with a special cantilevered viewing platform.

4. Alcántara Bridge

The Alcántara Bridge in Spain spans the Tagus River in Alcántara and is a masterpiece of ancient Roman bridge architecture. The bridge was built between 104 and 106 years ago. It was built by order of the Roman Emperor Tulazin in 98 A.D. In his honour, a triumphal arch was built in the centre of the bridge, and a small temple was built at one end of the bridge.

5. Sydney Harbour Bridge

Sydney Harbour Bridge is one of the most famous and photographed landmarks in Australia. It is the largest steel arch bridge in the world, with the top of the bridge 134 meters above Sydney Harbour. It took eight years to build and opened in March 1932. Because of the thermal expansion and contraction of the steel, the bridge is not completely stationary and can have a gap of up to 18 cm from one top to the other.

6. Akashi-Kaikyo Bridge

Akashi-Kaikyo Bridge, also known as the Pearl Bridge, is 1991 meters long and is the longest suspension bridge in the world. It spans the Akashi Strait in Japan, connecting Kobe on the mainland with Awayi on the island of Awayi. the bridge took nearly 12 years to build and was opened in 1998. The central span was initially only 1,990 meters, but the Kobe earthquake of January 17, 1995, moved two towers and thus had to be increased by 1 meter.

7. Rialto Bridge

The Rialto Bridge is one of the four bridges that span the Grand Canal in Venice, Italy. It is the oldest bridge that crosses the canal. The present stone bridge, designed by Antonio da Ponte for a single span, was completed in 1591. And was used to replace a wooden bridge that collapsed in 1524.

The engineering of this bridge was considered so daring that some architects predicted that the bridge would come to collapse. The bridge has defied its critics and has become one of Venice's architectural icons.