Forth Bridge

　　The Forth Bridge is situated in Edinburgh, Scotland, and is a cantilever bridge that crosses the Firth of Forth. Designed by John Fowler and Benjamin Baker, the design utilizes cantilevered steel girders to support two spans, each 46 meters long, using a total of approximately 58,000 tons of steel.

　　To distinguish it from the Forth Road Bridge, the Forth Bridge is also known as the "Forth Railway Bridge." Opened in 1890, the bridge is 2,528.7 meters long, with a main span of 519 meters. The railway is elevated 47.8 meters above the water level. Due to high winds, the bridge trusses are built with an inward incline. The towers at the top are about 10 meters wide and 36.6 meters wide at the base. The bridge features a total of three towers, six cantilevers each 206 meters long, and cantilever spans 107 meters in length. It is recognized as one of the milestones in the history of railway bridge construction. The area where the Forth Bridge is located is an important population center in Scotland, making the bridge a key transportation hub on the eastern side of the country. It provides convenience for travel and has also served as a model for other bridges. Many subsequent bridges have adopted similar designs.

　　Forth Bridge Reason to visit: One of the most important bridges in Edinburgh Continent: Europe Country/Region: Britain Province/State: Fife City: Edinburgh