Punalur Hanging Bridge – The Historic Engineering Wonder In Kerala.
Kerala – a magical backdrop, pretty sure to nurture you with the love of nature. It is home to some of the spellbinding architectural marvels of the world. From the remarkable craftsmanship of the famous Padmanabhaswamy Temple to the marvelous Paradesi Synagogue , royal Kanakakunnu Palace , giant keyhole shaped Bekal Fort , the list goes on, exhibiting that Kerala is architecturally rich. Another significant engineering masterpiece of Kerala which is worthy of mention is the Punalur Hanging Bridge . What makes it so special is that it is the first vehicular suspension bridge in South India . And this marvel which dates back to 1877, is the crowning glory of the Kollam district of Kerala . Connecting two historical places across the Kallada river, Kollam in Kerala and Thirumangalaom in Tamil Nadu, the Punalur Hanging/Suspension Bridge was constructed during the reign of Ayilyam Thirunal as King of Travan...