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Suspension Bridges: Longest Suspension Bridges in the World

Suspension Bridges:Top Five Suspension Bridges in the World

By , About.com Guide

The World’s longest suspension bridges are measured and compared using the clear span of unsupported road or distance between bridge towers. Commonly and for engineering reasons span distances are correlated to the height of their towers and complexity of their design and construction. Let’s get on this journey to discover these amazing constructions.

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Suspension BridgesSuspension Bridges: Akashi Kaikyō BridgeXihoumen BridgeGreat Belt Bridge: Second Longest Suspension BridgeGreat Belt BridgeRunyang Bridge
Humber Bridge

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