Ponte Vecchio, Italy

In romantic Florence is the only residential bridge in the world Ponte Vecchi, which has long been regarded as a landmark for the world. Ponte Vecchi is the oldest bridge in the city, its construction was finished in 1345. After several centuries, the bridge has preserved its original shape and functional value. The main feature of the old bridge are the houses on both sides of the houses. In the middle of the bridge is the large open square from which the beautiful panorama opens onto the river Arno and the historical buildings.

The houses are just one of the many remarkable peculiarities of the bridge Ponte Vecchi. It is located in the narrowest part of the river and has been used since the opening as the location of the commercial tents. More than 600 years ago the city's best butcheries were on the bridge. Today you can find jewelery and souvenir shops in their place. The length of the stone bridge is 30 meters. Since the foundation, it is allowed to build only the wooden houses on it.

According to the historical data, the first bridge has appeared on this site much earlier, in the 10th century. In 1117, the brittle wooden bridge was completely destroyed during the heavy flooding. The reconstituted bridge has also existed for a short time, the flood has destroyed it in 1333. The third bridge charms the city dwellers and guests Florence for more than 600 years. Remarkable that the name of the architect who developed their design remains unknown. According to one of the versions, it was Taddeo Gaddi, according to the others - Neri de Fioravanti. Next - Leonardo Da Vinci Bridge