Putra Bridge

Putra Bridge is the main bridge in Putrajaya, Malaysia. It is analogous to Khaju Bridge in Esfahan, Iran. With a span of 435 metres, this bridge connects the Government Precinct to the Mixed Development Precinct[1] and links Putra Square with the Boulevard. It was constructed in 1997.

Putra Bridge

Jambatan Putra
Coordinates2.932583°N 101.690242°E / 2.932583; 101.690242
CarriesMotor vehicles, Pedestrians
CrossesPutrajaya Lake
LocalePersiaran Perdana, Putrajaya
Official namePutra Bridge
Maintained byPerbadanan Putrajaya
Characteristics
Designarch bridge
Total length435 m
Longest span435 m
History
DesignerPerbadanan Putrajaya
Constructed byPerbadanan Putrajaya
Opened1999

The upper level of the bridge forms part of the Boulevard. This huge three-deck bridge provides vehicle, monorail and pedestrian access. Besides providing the link between Precinct 1 and Precinct 2 on the Core Island, it has been designed to be a special feature of Putrajaya. The piers also accommodate fine dining restaurants within its main pillar supports.

References

  1. "Putra Bridge". Tourism Malaysia. Archived from the original on 25 May 2014. Retrieved 25 May 2014.

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