7Akashi Kaikyō Bridge, Kobe, Japan
The Akashi Kaikyō Bridge, also known as the Pearl Bridge, is the world’s longest suspension bridge, with a central span of 1,991 meters (6,532 feet). It connects the city of Kobe on the Japanese mainland to Awaji Island across the Akashi Strait. Completed in 1995, the bridge is renowned for its advanced engineering, which allows it to withstand earthquakes and typhoons. The Akashi Kaikyō Bridge’s impressive span and innovative design make it a remarkable achievement in modern bridge engineering.
