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Circular Bridge Built To Slow Down Drivers So That They Would Enjoy The View

The end of 2015 saw the completion of a round bridge that stretches across Laguna Garzón between the cities of Rocha and Maldonado on the southern coast of Uruguay. Designed by Rafael Viñoly, the bridge took 12 months to complete, and replaces a traditional raft crossing while encouraging drivers to enjoy the view.

“The concept of the Puente Laguna Garzon was to transform a traditional vehicular crossing into an event that reduces the speed of the cars, to provide an opportunity to enjoy panoramic views to an amazing landscape, and at the same time create a pedestrian place in the centre,” said Viñoly.

More info: rvapc.com (h/t: inhabitat)

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Image credits: Rafael Vinoly Architects

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LeonardasRimkus 8 years ago

As a driver - I really doubt I'd have time to enjoy scenery while driving on it...

11points

YvonneBernal 8 years ago

"a pedestrian place in the centre,” - ??? What pedestrian would want to stand in the middle of a bridge with cars whose drivers are "enjoying the view". I'll stick to the shore where I can feel the water and not have to worry about cars driving within a few feet of me. Gotta wonder who approved this creation.

7points

Steven Thomas Ganz 8 years ago

Was thinking the same thing if the pedestrian walk was on the outer rim of the bridge I'd think it more interesting walk.

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LigeiaG 8 years ago

I love the idea. Didn't make it there this time, but plan to go walk there next year.

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AmilaDilanka 8 years ago

pedestrian place is for the people who walks to cross that water, otherwise how they gonna cross, Swim?

0points

NataliaVera 8 years ago

No one seems to notice that Laguna Garzon is a PROTECTED AREA, which is why there was a raft in the first place, because car engines would scare the birds. This is a way to catch up with the tourists that visit the area in growing numbers, it is not stupid at all. This is a road used mainly in the summer, and people do make a lot of sightseeing along the coastline, since most people go on holidays driving with their family and friends. Atte. someone who lives in Uruguay and visits Laguna Garzon every summer.

2points