10 Stunning Bridges That Will Make You Wanna Travel

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For much of the world, bridges are necessary for transportation. But these 10 structures are far more than functional—they're awe-inspiring works of art from end to end

#1 Ponte Vecchio, Italy

#1 Ponte Vecchio, Italy
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In the 13th century, everything from butcher shops to tanners and fishmongers filled the Ponte Vecchio. Their stinky waste polluted the river and fouled the air, so in 1593, Ferdinand defended the beauty of the bridge by only allowing goldsmiths and jewelers to set up shop there.

#2 Pont du Gard, Remoulins, France

#2 Pont du Gard, Remoulins, France
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Construction on this three-tiered bridge aqueduct was completed roughly 2000 years ago. Can you believe it is considered as the highest Roman construction in the world?

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