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Queen Emma Pontoon Bridge

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Queen Emma Pontoon Bridge
Queen Emma Pontoon Bridge
Queen Emma Pontoon Bridge
Queen Emma Pontoon Bridge
Queen Emma Pontoon Bridge
Queen Emma Pontoon Bridge
Queen Emma Pontoon Bridge
Queen Emma Pontoon Bridge
Queen Emma Pontoon Bridge
Queen Emma Pontoon Bridge
Queen Emma Pontoon Bridge
Queen Emma Pontoon Bridge
Queen Emma Pontoon Bridge
Queen Emma Pontoon Bridge
Queen Emma Pontoon Bridge
Queen Emma Pontoon Bridge
Queen Emma Pontoon Bridge
Queen Emma Pontoon Bridge
Queen Emma Pontoon Bridge
Queen Emma Pontoon Bridge
Queen Emma Pontoon Bridge
Queen Emma Pontoon Bridge
Queen Emma Pontoon Bridge
Queen Emma Pontoon Bridge
Queen Emma Pontoon Bridge
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The Queen Emma Bridge is a pontoon bridge across St. Anna Bay in Curaçao. It connects the Punda and Otrobanda quarters of the capital city, Willemstad. The bridge is hinged and opens regularly to enable the passage of oceangoing vessels. On the opposite end from the hinge is a small shelter where an operator controls two diesel engines turning propellers. The propellers are mounted perpendicular to the length of the bridge and allow it to swing parallel to the shore. The process only takes a few minutes to complete. The bridge was built in 1888 and was completely renovated in 1939, 1961, 1983-1986, and 2005-2006. Originally a toll bridge from 1901-1934, individuals without shoes were permitted to cross the bridge without paying the toll. When the bridge swings open, two ferries spring into action to bring pedestrians across the water. The ferries are also free of charge. Motorized traffic ceased in 1974. Locally, the bridge is known as Swinging Old Lady as it will swing to the Otrabanda side of Willemstad.
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