Why is this bridge, Ponte Amedeo VIII, not named after a Roman emperor or a famous general? You might assume it got its name from some ancient ruler. The Ponte Amedeo VIII is actually a relatively recent addition to Turin’s cityscape. It was built in 1933. The bridge was named after Amadeus VIII, Duke of Savoy, a significant figure in the region’s history. He lived from 1383 to 1451. While he never held the title of king, his descendants eventually became the kings of Italy. Interestingly, Amadeus VIII later in his life even became Pope Felix V. However, his papacy was during a period of conflict within the Church and isn’t officially recognized by the Catholic Church today. This bridge, spanning the Stura di Lanzo river, replaced an older bridge dating back to 1884. That older bridge carried the Turin-Settimo tramway. The current Ponte Amedeo VIII, designed by Mario Dezzutti, showcases five arches and stretches an impressive 138 meters in length and 20 meters in width. Its design represents a typical example of a reinforced concrete beam bridge from the 1930s, making it a valuable historical landmark in its own right.
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