Moscow is a city that can constantly surprise. Despite her seemingly complete study, from time to time a new pearl appears in her necklace. It turns out, contrary to popular belief, that the main sights of Moscow were built a long time ago, and our contemporaries are able to surprise us with objects with amazing architecture and original technical solutions. One of them is the Scenic Bridge.
History of Creation
This cable-stayed bridge was designed to connect Marshal Zhukov Avenue and Novorizhskoye Highway.
It has no analogues either in Russia or in the world. Its opening took place on December 27, 2007. It has become a kind of New Year's gift for Muscovites and guests of the capital. The chief architect of the bridge is Nikolai Ivanovich Shumakov.
For its time, the bridge project was so original that it won a gold medal at the Brussels Innova Energy exhibition in Brussels.
It would not be an exaggeration to say that the Picturesque Bridge in Moscow is not only one of its symbols, but also an indicator of Russia's technical and scientific potential.
Building a bridge
The biggest difficulty in the construction of the bridge was that on both sides of the Moscow River, in the planned construction site, there are environmental protection zones. Economic activity is limited on their territory, and construction is completely prohibited. And since the design of the bridge had to provide for the movement of cars at speeds up to 100 km / h, sharp turns at the entrance to the bridge had to be excluded. Consequently, the standard projects for bridge crossings that are built across the river had to be abandoned. The search began for a technical solution that would satisfy both motorists and environmentalists. And it was found.
To minimize the damage, a seemingly paradoxical idea was taken as a basis - to build a bridge along the river. The fact is that in this place the Moscow River has a long bend, over which it was decided to build the Picturesque Bridge. A tender was announced for the design of such an unusual structure, the winner of which was a unique project, implemented as a result.
This bridge uses a huge arch built across the river as a pylon. The load is completely distributed on the arch and the guys - steel ropes that support the entire structure of the bridge. In addition to the original project, the technical indicators of the Picturesque Bridge are also impressive:
- length - 1460 meters;
- width - 37 meters;
- arch span - 182 meters;
- arch height - 105 meters;
- height above the water surface - 30 meters.
It should be noted that with the exception ofguys, bridge structures of domestic production. The arch of the bridge is painted bright red. When the arch is reflected in the water, it forms a beautiful circle shape.
Observation deck
The highlight of the Picturesque bridge in Moscow is a large glass capsule. Initially, it was conceived as a restaurant, and today it plays the role of an observation deck, from the side it is somewhat reminiscent of a flying saucer. Its weight is slightly less than 1000 tons. Height - thirteen meters, length - thirty-three meters, and width - twenty-four. It offers picturesque views of the surroundings. In order to avoid icing and clean the glass surface from snow, the design provides for glazing heating.
There was an idea to place the registry office in this glass capsule, but to date it has not been implemented. Taken as a whole, the whole complex consists of three parts:
- ellipsoid on the arch;
- bridge-gallery on the right support of the arch;
- escape bridge.
Scenic Bridge: how to get there
The bridge is part of Marshal Zhukov Avenue, located near Picturesque Street. You can get to it from the nearest metro station:
- "Krylatskoye";
- "October field".
From the metro station "Krylatskoye" by bus number 850, get to the stop "General Glagolev". Go to the other side of the street and take the T86 bus or trolleybuses 20, 21, 65, 20K. Go to the stop "Serebryany bor". This route just passes through the Picturesque Bridge,it will be possible to evaluate its architecture directly from the inside.
From the Oktyabrskoye Pole metro station, walk to the stop "People's Militia" (about 300 meters). By bus 253 or 253K get to the stop "Prospect Marshal Zhukov". Go to the stop "Temple of the Life-Giving Trinity" and from there by bus T86 or trolleybuses 20, 65, 20K get to the stop "Serebryany Bor".
Even from afar, the bridge attracts attention with its bright, futuristic silhouette. Due to the fact that the central part of the Picturesque bridge is suspended from the arched pylon by means of an elegant cable-stayed system, the bridge seems to be floating above the water. Thanks to the same cable-stayed system, there was no need to erect supports in the center of the river, which could interfere with navigation.
Due to the design of the bridge, when approaching it, it seems that a part of the Ferris wheel is visible somewhere in the distance.
The roadbed of the bridge was made equal to the width of the carriageway of Marshal Zhukov Avenue, without narrowing. Therefore, the traffic flow moves along the bridge at a sufficiently high speed. Sidewalks are provided on both sides of the roadway, along which you can get to the Zhivopisny Bridge in Moscow. As a means of safety for pedestrians, special fenders are used here, which separate the sidewalks from the roadway.
Views from the bridge
Moving along the bridge, you can admire not only its architecture, but also the picturesque surroundings. From the height of the bridge, a wonderful view of the famous Serebryany Bor andNorth Krylatsky park. A walk around the bridge will bring no less pleasure.
Photos of the Picturesque Bridge take not the last place in the collection of both guests and residents of the capital. Depending on the time of day, weather and lighting in photographs, even taken from the same angle, each time you can see something new, consider some nuances that were not noticed before.
To reduce the noise from passing cars, the bridge structures are fenced with special noise-absorbing screens, which are painted in the colors of the bridge. Only the cable-stayed span remains open.
A little about extreme people
Despite the fact that the Zhivopisny Bridge in Moscow is under protection, from time to time there are people who, in search of rare shots and unforgettable sensations, climb onto the top of its structure, which is undoubtedly a very dangerous occupation.
Due to its exclusive design, the bridge has become another highlight of the capital and is able to surprise even very experienced travelers. It is included in several sightseeing tours around Moscow, and, I must say, not in vain. By visiting this interesting building, believe me, you will not waste your time.
