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Learn about the history, design and features of the Howrah Bridge, a steel bridge over the Hooghly River in West Bengal, India. The bridge is the busiest cantilever bridge in the world and a symbol of Kolkata and West Bengal.
Learn about the iconic Howrah Bridge, the world's sixth longest suspended span cantilever bridge and the gateway to Kolkata. Discover its history, architecture, construction, significance and more.
Jan 30, 2017 · Learn about the construction, features and significance of Howrah Bridge, one of the world's busiest cantilever bridges over the Hooghly River in Kolkata. Discover how it connects the city's historic and modern areas and why it is an engineering marvel and a symbol of India's architecture.
- Sridevi Nambiar
Howrah Bridge has a long span of 457 m and was the third-longest cantilever suspension bridge in the world till the year 1941. Currently, it is the longest cantilever bridge in India and the sixth-longest cantilever bridge in the world. Figure-1: Howrah Bridge. 1. Selection of the Site.
- The Plan. The need for a bridge connecting the cities on either side of the Ganges was felt early on. As Calcutta grew in size and became increasingly busier, the necessity was felt for increased connectivity by building a bridge over the Hooghly River.
- The Initial Bridge. The Calcutta Port Trust was founded in 1870 and entrusted, via the Howrah Bridge Act of 1871, with the construction and maintenance of the Bridge.
- Planning and Commissioning the Howrah Bridge. A variety of plans were made, and several types of bridges were suggested before the Howrah Bridge as we know it today was constructed.
- The World Wars. The history of the Howrah Bridge is indirectly linked to both the World Wars. Although plans were made from the beginning of the 1900s, the beginning of the construction process was halted due to the First World War.
Howrah Bridge is a landmark and a symbol of Kolkata, built over the Hooghly river. Read reviews from travelers, see photos, and book tours to explore this architectural marvel and the city's history and culture.
Feb 7, 2018 · Learn about the iconic Howrah Bridge, the world's fourth-longest cantilever suspension bridge, that connects Kolkata and Howrah over the Hooghly river. Find out how it was built, what challenges it faced, and how it changed the city's skyline and culture.
