Punalur Suspension Bridge
Overview
- •The Punalur Suspension Bridge, located in Punalur, India is a 400-foot (120 m)-long 19th-century motorable bridge in Kerala, which was built by Travancore Government and is now a historical attraction.
Highlights
- The Punalur Suspension Bridge, located in Punalur, India is a 400-foot (120 m)-long 19th-century motorable bridge in Kerala, which was built by Travancore Government and is now a historical attraction.
- It was designed to shake when walked on, with the intention of deterring animals from crossing from the forest into the town.
Dress Code
Modest, respectful clothing is expected at this site.
History
- •The Punalur Suspension Bridge is the first motorable bridge in South India.
- •The suspension bridge crossing the river is the only suspended-deck type in south India.
- •The construction started under Walthew Clarence Barton and completed in 1877 by Albert Henry chief engineers of Travancore across the Kallada River.
- •This huge bridge was suspended by two spans and was used for vehicular movement.
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The Punalur Suspension Bridge, located in Punalur, India is a 400-foot (120 m)-long 19th-century motorable bridge in Kerala, which was built by Travancore Government and is now a historical attraction.
It is about 0 km from central Punalur.
The most comfortable months are December; March is the hottest, with highs around 35°C.
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Best Time
October to March
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