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The Brig o' Balgownie is a 13th-century bridge spanning the River Don in Old Aberdeen, Aberdeen, Scotland.
Construction of the bridge was begun in the late 13th century by Richard Cementarius, although its completion was not until 1320 at the time of the Scottish War of Independence. After falling into disrepair in the mid 16th century it was extensively renovated in 1605.
Throughout its history the bridge has been considered an important asset. For five centuries possession of the bridge was the only way to move large armies quickly along the eastern coast of Aberdeenshire. It also provided a trade route to the wealthy areas of the north-east of Scotland.
The bridge is constructed of granite and sandstone. Its single gothic arch has span of over 12 metres (39 ft) and at low tide the apex of the arch lies over 17 metres (56 ft) above the water-line.
The bridge ceased to be a major route in 1830 when the new Bridge of Don was built 500 yards (460 m) downstream.
The name "Balgownie" comes from the surrounding area, Balgownie, which from an early time was a barony. The name itself has a Gaelic origin, but is a source of some debate. Some authorities believe that the first part of the name derives from Baile and means "town". However the very earliest references to the barony, or settlement, of Balgownie invariably have the word as Palgoueny, or Polgowny, or a number of minor variants, generally starting with Pol. Pol relates to a pool, probably the one known as the "black neuk". However it may be that P and B are interchangeable and the distinction may not affect the meaning. There are two possible suggestions for the second part, some say that gabhainn, genitive of gabhann, means a "of a cattle-fold" whilst others have asserted that it derives from gobhainn which indicates a blacksmith, or just a smith.
The first recorded instance of the name of Polgowny dates from 1256, but it is in all likelihood older.
Perth Bridge (also known as Smeaton's Bridge, locally, the Old Bridge, and in the local dialect of Scots, the Auld Brig) is a toll-free bridge in the city of Perth, Scotland. A Category A listed structure, it spans the River Tay, connecting Perth, on the western side of the river, to Bridgend, on its eastern side, carrying both automotive and pedestrian traffic of West Bridge Street (the A85). An earlier bridge was demolished at the same location in 1621 (its location marked by a stone tablet at the bottom of the High Street), and many unsuccessful attempts were made to replace it. A subscription was started by James VI and several noblemen to help with the construction cost, but the king's death in 1625 suspended the scheme and a series of ferryboats were instead used.
The replacement bridge was completed in October 1771, which places it in the Georgian era (George Street, which leads up to the bridge from the city, was built at the same time);[6] however, its plaque states the year in which construction began, 1766, as its "built" date. The engineer of its construction was John Smeaton, after whom the bridge is colloquially named.
Funded by Thomas Hay, 9th Earl of Kinnoull, the government, and public subscription, the bridge was put to the test three years after its completion. In February 1774, during a quick thaw, broken ice became wedged under the arches and created a natural dam. Large sections of Perth, including both of its Inches, were flooded. The bridge, however, stood firm. It has survived many subsequent floods, and marks documenting these levels are visible on one of its piers.
An increase in traffic resulted in the bridge being widened in 1869 by A.D. Stewart. Its stone parapets were removed, and footpaths projected over iron brackets.
Thomas Grainger built road bridge 1847, crossing over the disused railway line closed 1969 as part of the Beeching closures.
From the car park cross under the bridge to visit the Railway Hide for bird watching.
The bridge is a single wide semi-elliptical arch.
There is a beautiful stone bridge not far from the old town of Novigrad. During the construction of the historic Karolina road from 1726 to 1732, the first modern road of that time, which connected Karlovac with Bakar and Rijeka, in 1730 a stone bridge with ten arches was built southwest of the old town, which replaced the old, dilapidated, wooden bridge from the 16th century..
The bridge on the Dobra River under the city of Novigrad is a magnificent building, combined with space and pearly clear water. It is one of the most valuable monuments of old Croatian bridge construction and one of the oldest and most beautiful river bridges in Croatia.
The cultural property of the Republic of Croatia is protected by the Ministry of Culture. Source: drustvo-frankopan.hr/most-na-dobri/
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Το πέτρινο γεφύρι της Κλειδωνιάβιστας (ή Βοϊδομάτη) Stone bridge of Kleidoniavista (or Voidomatis)
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Στις όχθες του Βοϊδομάτη εκεί όπου τελειώνει η χαράδρα του Βίκου και σε απόσταση 2 χμ. από την Κλειδωνιά βρίσκεται το γεφύρι της Κλειδωνιάβιστας (ή Βοϊδομάτη). Πρόκειται για μονότοξο γεφύρι με στιβαρή επιμήκυνση του τόξου του, κτισμένο το 1853 με δαπάνες της ευεργέτιδας Μπαλκίζ Χανούμ, η οποία έδωσε για την κατασκευή του 37.000 γρόσια.
Στο σημείο αυτό του ποταμού, προϋπήρχε από τους βυζαντινούς χρόνους μια παλιότερη γέφυρα η οποία είχε συνδεθεί μ’ ένα φονικό επεισόδιο που έγινε εκεί μεταξύ δυο οικογενειών της περιοχής και είχε σαν αποτέλεσμα να εγκαταλειφτεί ένα ολόκληρο χωριό. Δύο μεγάλες και πλούσιες οικογένειες συγκρούστηκαν για ζήτημα τιμής πάνω στο γεφύρι. Η μία ήταν η οικογένεια του Γεραίνη και η άλλη ήταν η οικογένεια του Σταμάτη. Νύφη η κόρη του Γεραίνη περνούσε μαζί με την οικογένεια και τους συγγενείς της πάνω από το γεφύρι, όταν ρίχτηκε πάνω τους η οικογένεια του Σταμάτη μαζί με φίλους. Στη μάχη που ακολούθησε σκοτώθηκαν μεταξύ άλλων ο Γεραίνης με τη γυναίκα του και δύο ξαδέρφια της νύφης. Από τότε τραγουδιέται και το μοιρολόϊ της κόρης του Γεραίνη: "Δεν τον αλλάζω τον αχό/να πω άλλο τραγούδι/έχασα κύρη καί κυρά καί δυό πρώτα ξαδέρφια...". Το γεφύρι βρίσκεται σε μια πανέμορφη τοποθεσία κατάφυτη από πλατάνια από όπου ξεκινά το μονοπάτι το οποίο διασχίζει το φαράγγι.
Ingleborough is in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales, England. Famous for its subterranean cave, it attracts visitors from around the world. I do have a Flickr album on my visit to Ingleborough Cave, should you wish to see what it looks like inside. www.flickr.com/photos/75603322@N06/albums/72157715274783431
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Across from Ingleborough Cave entrance is this beautiful Stone Bridge that crosses the nearby Clapham Beck stream.
Yesterday, we had a terrific day of hiking in eastern Dartmoor. On our way back home I simply had to stop to take a photo of this wonderful granite bridge spanning the River Dart. I might have annoyed one or the other driver by parking my car after the bridge in a bend - really sorry about this, but I could not resist! Holne Bridge is from medieval times, has been built in 1413. I like how the bubbles in the river creates those white lines in the long exposure.
#I got the wrong bridge initially, this is not Newbridge but Holne Bridge, a bit further downstream - thanks for letting me know @Rob Dando!
The SnartumBridge. Said to be the source of inspiration to the story of the three billy goats Gruff (Bukkene Bruse).
The current bridge crossing Loch Long between Dornie and Ardelve was built in 1990 to replace the older structure a little upstream. The new road, bypassing Carr Brae, had been built almost 20 years earlier. However, with the close proximity of Eilean Donan Castle, it is possible that very few people even notice the bridge as they drive across it!
The new bridge across Loch Long was opened on 19 April 1991 by James Douglas-Hamilton, Scottish Environment Minister. It provided a two-way road in place of the narrower old structure. It is 260m long and consists of ten spans across the river, supported by pairs of concrete piers under the deck. The bridge was designed by W.A. Fairhurst and Partners, and constructed by Harbour and General Works. Cost including the bypass road was £8.8 million.
In the heart of the picturesque Cairngorms village of Carrbridge, be sure to pay a visit to the oldest stone bridge in the Highlands – The Old Packhorse Bridge, which dates back impressively to 1717.
The bridge was funded by Brigadier-General Alexander Grant of Grant, who paid mason John Niccelsone just £100 to construct it. At the time, it was primarily used to enable funeral processions to reach Duthil Church when the River Dulnain was in spate, giving rise to the nickname ‘the coffin bridge’. On two separate occasions, the parapets and side walls were badly damaged, giving the bridge the worn but characteristic appearance it has today.
Not only is The Old Packhorse Bridge iconic within Carrbridge itself, but it is also one of the most recognisable landmarks in the whole of Cairngorms National Park, so grabbing a photograph or two is an absolute must. It also has the benefit of being a stunning sight no matter the season
Kincraig Bridge, is a Late 19th century, 8-span plate girder wooden bridge; 2 rubble piers, remainder of solid wood with iron cutwaters; simple post and rail parapet. Rubble abutments.
Kincraig Bridge is a very simple timber and steel structure spanning the River Spey at Kincraig. Its historic name of Boat of Insh suggests that the bridge replaced a long established ferry-boat service at the same spot.