Brooklyn Bridge

When it comes to suspension bridges, the Brooklyn Bridge is considered amongst the oldest in the country. The bridge travels across East river only to join Manhattan with Brooklyn.

When you travel New York City make sure you cross the Brooklyn bridge and soak in all the beauty of this bridge. The Brooklyn Bridge is 1825 m in length. The work on the bridge was completed in 1883 and at the point it was considered to be the longest such bridge in the world.

Information on the Broklyn Bridge

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brooklyn_bridge

The credit for building the bridge goes to John Roebling, his son Washington Roebling, and Washington's wife, Emily Warren Roebling. Although many books forget to give credit to Emily Roebling, she was the one who for 11 years was the sole link between her husband (who fell ill) and the engineers on site.

It was festive time when the bridge opened and the President Chester Arthur along with Franklin Edson the Mayor of New York crossed the bridge to mark its opening and was greeted by Seth Low, the Mayor of Brooklyn when they reached the Brooklyn end.

Initially it was known as the New York and Brooklyn Bridge but in 1915 it was formally named the Brooklyn Bridge. In 1964 it was listed under the National Historic Landmarks. Construction of the bridge started on 3rd January, 1870 and was completed in 1883. 24th May 1883 saw the bridge opening up for use.

An Online Guide to Brooklyn Bridge

http://www.nyctourist.com/bridge1.htm

When you are doing New York travel you should not miss this beautiful bridge that adorns the New York skyline. The bridge has stood the test of time and is considered an absolute engineering marvel.

A Panoramic View of the Brooklyn Bridge

http://www.360cities.net/image/panorama-brooklyn-bridge-new-york

Brooklyn Bridge Address
1 Main Street
New York, 11210

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Brooklyn Bridge Hours: 24 Hour Access