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20-Oct-2019

Historic Richmond Bridge

I have finally seen this beautiful convict built bridge.

The Richmond Bridge is a heritage listed arch bridge located on the B31 ("Convict Trail") in Richmond, 25 kilometres (15.5 mi) north of Hobart in Tasmania, Australia. It is the oldest stone span bridge in Australia. In 2005, the bridge was recognised as an outstanding historic place and added to the Australian National Heritage List.

The foundation stone for the Richmond Bridge was laid on 11 December 1823 and construction continued using convict labour until completion in 1825. The bridge was originally named Bigge's Bridge after Royal Commissioner, John Thomas Bigge, who recognised the need for the bridge in 1820.
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joseantonio03-Sep-2020 05:13
a beautiful bridge with a lot of history around.V
Paolo Peggi (aka Bracciodiferro)19-Nov-2019 07:14
Fantastic capture! V
Paolo
Mairéad08-Nov-2019 20:41
Looks pretty until you read the back story.
Bryan Murahashi31-Oct-2019 03:58
Wonderful picture of this historic bridge,
Ray :)27-Oct-2019 21:52
Oh *that* Richmond Bridge. I am more familiar with one that crosses the Thames which is about 50 years older. But it has been widened and flattened since then - I imagine this is more original.
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