An impressive waterway system in the UK

From a distance, Pontcysyllte Bridge in England is still just a normal bridge. Only when approaching, do visitors recognize the special features of this bridge.

On the bridge, in addition to the pedestrian lane, there is also an impressive waterway system. The Pontcysyllte Bridge System, built between 1795 and 1805, was one of the greatest technical achievements of the time. For over 200 years, Pontcysyllte has been the longest and highest bridge system in the UK. The highway is 307m long, 3.4m wide and 1.6m deep, which is part of the 18km long river system. The design is very skillful, the bridge arch winding the column is slender, but strong, so that the majestic water retains the elegant, elegant.

In the first half of the nineteenth century, the bridge system had a great influence on the economy of the area. Pontcysyllte facilitates the rapid development of coal mining, metals, limestone mines and lime production. Today, the waterway system is no longer used for the transportation of coal and limestone, but it has become a popular tourist destination. Both adults and children are very eager to visit Pontcysyllte. The bridge system has a unique beauty, so the work has been recognized by UNESCO as World Cultural Heritage.