The Helix Bridge ( Chinese :螺旋桥), previously known as the Double Helix Bridge (Chinese : 双螺旋桥) is one magnificent structure was officially opened on April 23, 2010 at 9 pm. It is the world's first double helix curved bridge. It is located beside the Benjamin Sheares Bridge.
The Helix Bridge is to link up the Marina Bay precinct, from Esplanade, to the Marina Bay Sands integrated resort.
This 280-metre long new iconic pedestrian bridge,assembled with great precision, using a special stainless steel to withstand corrosion. It includes a computer-controlled lighting system to set the mood.
It is made up of a major and minor steel helix that wing around each other. If the steel was stretched out straight end to end, it would have a length of 2,250 meters and the entire structure weighs about 1,700 tons equivalent to about 1,130 saloon cars.
The pedestrian bridge, just beside Marina Bay floating platform - world's largest floating stage and is chosen to hold the opening and closing ceremonies of the inaugural 2010 Summer Youth Olypmics in August - further help to transform Singapore's city landscape to another level.
At night, the bridge will be illuminated by a series of lights that highlight the double-helix structure, thereby creating a special visual experience for the visitors.
It will probably take less than five minutes to walk the entire length of the bridge. While doing so, one will be able to admire the city skyline and the entire structure of the bridge.
How to go to the Helix Bridge?
Nearest MRT station: Promenade MRT Station (just opened on 17 April 2010)
