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Sydney Harbor Bridge, Sydney, Australia: A Spectacular Archway

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Classic and prototypical Sydney Harbor Bridge is an iconic bridge of Sydney which serving the city from previous century. It is known for its perfect crafted arched shape that dazzles beautifully at night time. Due to the arched shape it is also known "The Coathanger" however; the local folks addressed it as “the bridge”. Designed by British firm Dorman Long and Co Ltd of Middlesbrough , the construction of Sydney Harbor Bridge started in 28 July 1923 and completed in 19 January 1932. The bridge was inaugurated in 19 March 1932. There are many International records dedicated in the name of Sydney Harbor bridge-few of them are that it is the tallest steel arch bridge in the world and also has the world’s widest long span. At national level, it is the sixth longest spanning arch bridge. The panorama of the bridge is awestruck and fascinating with the nearby iconic Sydney Opera House which amalgamates with the dramatic view of Sydney Harbor Bridge in very smooth manner.