Patriarchal Bridge
Prechistenskaya, Bersenevskaya, Yakimanskaya embankments, Moscow
Description:
The Patriarchal Bridge is a pedestrian bridge in Moscow leading to the Cathedral of Christ the Savior. Opened in 2004, the bridge is externally stylized in the traditions of 19th century architecture.
The Patriarchal Bridge, in the creation of which Zurab Tseretelli himself took part, consists of two parts. The first part of the bridge passes through the Moscow River, connecting Prechistenskaya embankment with Bolotny Island, and the second - through the Water Canal, from Bolotnaya embankment to Yakimanskaya.
During its short existence, the bridge managed to become a symbol of unity among newlyweds: for the first time in Moscow, the tradition of hanging “locks of love” was embodied.