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The Rialto Bridge (Italian: Ponte di Rialto; Venetian: Ponte de Rialto) is the oldest[3] of the four bridges spanning the Grand Canal in Venice, Italy, designed by Antonio da Ponte.[3] The name origin of Rialto is rivus praeltus, meaning "deep channel".[4] Connecting the sestieri (districts) of San Marco and San Polo, it has been rebuilt several times since its first construction as a pontoon bridge in 1173.[4] The Rialto Bridge is an object of art historical significance because it is depicted in different paintings throughout history.[3] A strong wooden foundation is used to reinforce the current stone bridge.[4]
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Rialto Bridge Ponte di Rialto | |
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Coordinates | 45.4380°N 12.3360°E / 45.4380; 12.3360 |
Carries | pedestrian bridge[1] |
Crosses | Grand Canal |
Locale | Venice, Veneto, Italy |
Characteristics | |
Design | stone arch bridge |
Width | 22.90 metres (75.1 ft)[2] |
Height | 7.32 metres (24.0 ft) (arch only) |
Longest span | 31.80 metres (104.3 ft) |
History | |
Construction start | 1588 |
Construction end | 1591 |
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Now, the bridge is lined with shops and is a significant tourist attraction in the city.[5]