1. Juscelino Kubitschek Bridge, Brasilia
This multi-arched dramatic bridge crosses Lake Paranoá in Brasilia. Popularly known as the JK Bridge, it is quite the tourist magnet.
2. Brooklyn Bridge, New York City
A structure that probably makes every bridge list that exists, the Brooklyn Bridge is as famous as the city it is an icon for. One of the oldest bridges in the United States, it spans the East River connecting Manhattan and Brooklyn.
3. Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco
Possibly the most famous suspension bridge in the world, the Golden Gate Bridge spans the Golden Gate Strait. Interestingly, the bridge is not golden as its name suggests, but a dull, rusty orange.
4. Nanpu Bridge, Shanghai
One of Shanghai’s main bridges, Nanpu Bridge is possibly its most dramatic. This cable-stayed structure is a sight with the coiled multi-level approach road that leads up to it.
5. Alamillo Bridge, Seville
With its single upward arm stretching into the sky to support its weight, the Alamillo Bridge looks like a huge stringed musical instrument spanning the Canal de Alfonso XIII.
6. Rialto Bridge, Venice
Of the four beauties that span the Grand Canal in Venice, Rialto Bridge is the oldest. It is the true cultural centre of the city, there being a market place for Venetians on both sides of it.
7. Nine Turn Bridge, Shanghai
This quaint bridge, surrounded by traditional Chinese architecture is to be found in the centre of the Shanghai Old Town. It is also known very aptly as the Zigzag Bridge.
8. Tower Bridge, London
Which bridge list can claim to be a list of stunning bridges without Tower Bridge in it? Tower Bridge spans the River Thames and is a combined bascule and suspension bridge, which takes its name from the Tower of London in its vicinity.
9. Henderson Waves, Singapore
The highest pedestrian bridge in Singapore and definitely the most dramatic, Henderson Waves is 36-metres above Henderson Road, connecting two hills. Its unique undulating wave form, which is lit up every evening, makes it a must-cross bridge!
10. Banpo Bridge, Seoul
Banpo Bridge spans the Han River in downtown Seoul and is the upper part of the double deck bridge set. Adding drama to the multi-level bridge are the fountains lit up with colours which make for a spectacular sight. If you're travelling on the lower level, it's like driving through a waterfall!
11. Langkawi Sky Bridge, Langkawi
A bonus at the end of a cable car ride is the Langkawi Sky Bridge. It is a cable-stayed pedestrian bridge accessible only through the cable car.
12. Khaju Bridge, Isfahan
This 17th century Iranian traffic stopper was built on the foundations of an older bridge. Built as a bridge and a dam, it served as a place for public meetings and a teahouse as well.
13. Pont du Gard (Roman Aqueduct), France
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the ancient Roman Aqueduct is the highest of its kind and one of the best preserved. It spans the Gardon River and is part of a 50-kilometre-long structure built to carry water known as the Nimes Aqueduct.
14. Millau Viaduct, France
Another cable-stayed wonder, the Millau Viaduct spans the valley of the River Tarn in southern France. A funky feat of engineering, it is also the tallest bridge in the world.
15. Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney
And of course – the Sydney Harbour Bridge. A steel through arch bridge, it is also known as ‘The Coathanger’ for obvious reasons!
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