Sunday, July 22, 2007

Basics_1 : Longest Bridge In the World


Lets start with the basics. Many people would know this, but the longest suspension bridge today is in Japan. Cost about U.S.$ 5 billion with a toll of U.S.$ 20.
The bridge was completed in 1998 and has 6 lanes, here are some other facts you might want to know:

Name : Akashi-Kaikyo Bridge (AKA Pearl Bridge)

Length : 3,911 metres (12,831 ft)

Longest span :
1,991 metres (6,532 ft)



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