A new small landmark has appeared in the capital of Kazakhstan — a wooden bridge built according to the design of the great Italian inventor Leonardo da Vinci, who lived in the 15th century. Its main feature is the absence of nails and bolts: the structure holds together thanks to precise engineering calculations, the weight of its parts, and friction, reports infohub.kz.
As told to Astanovka98, the project was adapted to modern urban conditions by architect Yerkebulan Amantai. The bridge was crafted by masters Gabdol and Gabit Karatayev.
Similar bridges can be found in various countries around the world, but they are usually created as architectural or educational projects. The most famous example is in Norway, where a pedestrian bridge based on da Vinci's drawings was built in 2001.
Although the bridge is 100 meters shorter than the prototype, it fully preserves the principle of its construction. The construction of the Norwegian bridge cost $1.36 million.
By the way, if you want to learn more about the medieval master, an exhibition dedicated to da Vinci is currently running in Astana. The exhibition is open until September 30. Discounted tickets can be purchased on Freedom Ticketon.
Earlier, Kursiv LifeStyle reported that a renovated square behind the K. Kuanyshbaev Theater is opening in the capital. It will become part of the future "Myńzhyldyk" alley.