- Address: Argentina, Buenos Aires
- Overall length: 170 m
- Width: 6, 2 m
- Height: 34 m
- Architect: Santiago Calatrava
- Years of construction: 1998 - 2001.
A well-known building located in the Argentine capital is the Bridge of the Woman or Puente de la Mujer (Puente de la Mujer). The swivel bridge connects the streets of Pierino Dealesi and Manuela Gorriti in the city quarter of Puerto Madero .
History
The ideological inspirer and the main sponsor of the construction was the local businessman Alberto Gonzalez, who donated $ 6 million. The project was developed by an engineer from Spain - Santiago Calatrava. The main parts of the future bridge were made in the Spanish city of Vitoria. The Women Bridge in Argentina began to be built in 1998. The opening of the attraction took place on December 20, 2001.
The brainchild of Santiago Calatrava
According to the architect, the Bridge of Woman is associated with a tango dancing couple. The unusual name of the structure is defined by the area in which it is established, because most of the streets in Puerto Madero bear the names of the country's famous women. Architects from all over the world note that the Argentine bridge is incredibly similar to other works of the author, erected in Spain and Ireland.
The device of the bridge
Puente de la Moucher surprises with its impressive size. The length of the bridge is 170 m, width - 6,2 m, height - 34 m. The design is divided into three sections. Two of them are fixed and located on opposite banks. The remaining section rotates and occupies a central position. The mobility of one part of the Women Bridge in Buenos Aires makes it possible to sail to vessels moving along the river. The computer system provides a balanced work of the massive bridge. Puente de la Moucher is also suitable for hiking.
How to get there?
The nearest public transport stop, Avenida Alisia, is located 200 meters from the goal. Here come the city buses number 4, and 4 A. Also to the bridge to come by taxi or a rented car .