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The Pamban Bridge, also known as the Pamban Rail Bridge, is a railway bridge that connects the town of Rameswaram on Pamban Island to mainland India. It was opened for traffic in 1914 and was India's first sea bridge. The bridge is 6,776 feet long and is located over the Pamban Strait, which separates Pamban Island from mainland India.
The Pamban Bridge was designed and built by Scherzer Rolling Lift Bridge Company, and is a unique engineering marvel. It is a cantilever bridge that rests on concrete piers and features a central span that can be lifted to allow ships to pass through the strait. The lifting mechanism is operated by hydraulic cylinders that are powered by electric motors.
The Pamban Bridge has played an important role in the development of the region, as it has helped to connect the town of Rameswaram with the rest of India. It has also become a popular tourist attraction, with visitors coming from all over the world to see the bridge and take in the stunning views of the Pamban Strait.