9 of the world's most enchanted bridges

Today I want to try something a little different. In my last posts, I used to compare two similar places to each other. For example, recently, I compared the Perito Moreno Glacier in Argentina with the Vatnajökull Glacier in Iceland. Or the cliffs of Santorini with the cliffs of the Amalfi Coast. Now, instead of just looking at two different places, I will give you nine different places! Isn’t that awesome? Just imagine going to the supermarket buying a Twix chocolate bar and instead of two bars, you find 9 bars full with melting chocolate, crunchy cookie and sweet sweet caramel… well, I’m drifting away. Sorry about that. Now, without further ado, let’s talk about nine of the world’s most enchanting small bridges.

Rakotzbrücke (Germany)

Another name for this bridge is 'devil's bridge'

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You can find this bridge in a small park near the town of Kromlau in eastern Germany - about a 2 hours drive from Berlin. I am by no means a professional photographer - but look at that (almost) perfect circle! Doesn’t this bridge look like taken straight out of a Lord of the Rings movie? The bridge is absolutely magical and I am still getting goosebumps when I think back of that place.

Gapstow Bridge Central Park (USA)

Gaptsow Bridge

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This is my favorite bridge in New York’s central park. It used to be a wooden bridge but was replaced by today’s structure in 1896 due to wear and tear. In the back you can see the famous Plaza Hotel which was sold by the Westin Hotel group to Donald Trump for about $390 million in 1988. It has changed hands a few times since then. In June, the hotel shall be sold to a Dubai-based investor.

Jade Belt Bridge (China)

Jade Belt Bridge

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The Jade Belt Bridge is a famous bridge on the Kunming Lake, which is part of the compounds of the impressive Summer Palace in Beijing. It was built in the mid 18th century. Due to it’s shape, it is sometimes called Camel’s back bridge.

Unknown Bridge in Christchurch (New Zealand)

Like Venice in New Zealand

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I couldn’t find any information on this bridge in Christchurch, New Zealand. The bridge itself, frankly, isn’t that enchanting anyways, but the combination of weeping willows and palmtrees and gondolieres cruising the river absolutely is. In many ways, taking a boat here is way more romantic than taking a boat in Venice.

Another Unknown Bridge in Venice (Italy)

The real Venice

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Talking about Venice: everyone who has been to here knows the Rialto Bridge or Bridge of Sighs - those are the blockbuster bridges. All in all, Venice has about 400 bridges so you are spoilt for choice when choosing the most enchanting one. I personally like this little gem (well, in fact, there are 4 little bridges on this picture).

Roman Bridge Vaison-La-Romaine (France)

Vive La France! So pretty

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The Provence in southern France has many enchanted places especially during late summer when the purple Lavender plants are in full bloom and every place smells like your favorite air freshener or toilet detergent. Vaison-La-Romaine may not be the most famous town of the Provence but this Roman bridge built in the first century AD is pretty enchanting. It is the oldest bridge in this post.

Shinkyo Bridge Nikko (Japan)

One of Japan's most famous bridges

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The name of the bridge translates to ‘sacred bridge’ in English. The bridge is at the base of the entrance to Nikko’s beautiful temples and shrines hidden in the forest. It was built in the 17th century.

Unknown Bridge Forbidden City Beijing (China)

Cute little bridge in the Forbidden City

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I took this picture somewhere in the Forbidden City in Beijing, China. I don’t remember exactly where, though. It was a little, serene Koi pond and I loved how the bridge reflected in the water dotted with Koi and water lillies.

Nijubashi Bridge Tokyo (Japan)

Bridge in the Tokyo Imperial Gardens

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This bridge is part of the gigantic park that surrounds the Imperial Palace in Tokyo. Nijubashi is actually a nickname and means ‘double bridge’. If you look closely, you can see a second steel bridge crossing the moat behind Nijubashi. Embedded in the scenery of park, water and Japanese castle, this bridge is really enchanting.

The bridges were ranked in no particular order. That’s because I would love to get some feedback from you! Which bridge do you like best?

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