Admire the Golden Gate Bridge - one of the 7 wonders of the modern world

Not only an architectural symbol, the Golden Gate Bridge is also one of the cultural symbols of San Francisco in particular and the United States in general.

If you are a Hollywood movie enthusiast, you must have seen the Golden Gate Bridge being destroyed in many movies once or twice. It is estimated that the Golden Gate Bridge has been destroyed in Hollywood movies more than 12 times, becoming one of the iconic structures in American cinema. Therefore, for many San Francisco residents in particular and Americans in general, the Golden Gate Bridge is not only an architectural symbol but also a cultural symbol.

The bridge is famous for its smooth cable-stayed curves and reddish-orange color, which is known as “International Orange.” Portugal’s Abril Bridge is one of the only bridges in the world to use the distinctive color code of International Orange almost exactly. During the construction of this giant bridge, large nets were installed under the bridge to ensure the safety of workers. These nets saved the lives of at least 20 workers who fell from the bridge. However, 11 workers still died during construction.

Construction of the Golden Gate Bridge began in 1933 and took just four years to complete. The bridge is over 2.7km long and 227m high. Despite being built during the Great Depression, the Golden Gate Bridge was completed ahead of schedule and within budget.

If Times Square is a “must-see” place for many tourists when coming to New York City, the Golden Gate Bridge is a place that tourists should not miss when coming to San Francisco. Every year, an estimated 10 million tourists visit the Golden Gate Bridge, contributing up to 9 billion USD in revenue to the budget.

The Golden Gate Bridge is capable of withstanding hurricanes and earthquakes up to 8 on the Richter scale. Construction began in 1933 and took just four years to complete. The bridge is approximately 2.7 km long. Despite being built during the Great Depression, the Golden Gate Bridge was completed ahead of schedule and within budget.

In 1994, the American Society of Civil Engineers awarded the title “Wonder of Civil Engineering”. Seven constructions were awarded this title, including the Burj Khalifa skyscraper, the Great Wall of China, the undersea tunnel connecting England and France….

In addition to the tourist information center located next to the Golden Gate Bridge, there are about 14 Golden Gate Bridge viewing points scattered in San Francisco and Marin County. Visitors can choose high hills to see the whole Golden Gate Bridge or walk along the beaches to admire it from other angles. Because of its worldwide fame, this is the most photographed bridge in the world.

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