Tsing Ma Bridge
The Tsing Ma Bridge (青馬大橋) is the world's longest suspension bridge with highway and railway. It connects Tsing Yi and Ma Wan Islands in Hong Kong.
It is a part of the Lantau Link, which connects the Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to the urban areas. With a main span of 1,377 metres (4,518 ft) and a height of 206 metres, it is the world's longest suspension bridge carrying both road and rail traffic. Construction began in May 1992 and was completed in May 1997. The Lantau Link was opened on April 27, 1997, and was inaugurated by the former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher.As it is a major channel connecting the urban areas and the airport, it is important to know about its traffic conditions to inform about the public what traffic is preferable to take. Survelience TV is up at the Tsing Ma bridge and the current traffic condition is sent through satellite to the government website[[1]].The situation is updated every two seconds. The Tsing Ma bridge serves as a major traffic channel , as well as a famous landmark , espcially with its neon lights on at night.
Tsing Ma Bridge become a favourite scenic spot now. The Tsing Yi Trunkroute Viewing Terrace to the northwest of Tsing Yi Isle and the Visiting Guest Centre are places for watching and familiarizing with the Tsing Ma Bridge with entertainment. The model, pictures and the structure of the Tsing Yu trunkroute are on display in the Visiting guest Centre.
From the Scenery Viewing Terrace, one can see the Ting Kau Bridge and Kap Shui Man Bridge. These three bridges have been listed as the world's "Three Mosts".
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