Bridge of Mantible facts for kids
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| Native name Spanish: Puente Romano de Mantible |
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| Location | La Rioja and the Basque Country, Spain |
| Built | 2nd century—? |
| Official name: Puente Romano de Mantible | |
| Type | Non-movable |
| Criteria | Monument |
| Designated | 1983 |
| Reference no. | RI-51-0004791 |
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The Bridge of Mantible (in Spanish: Puente Romano de Mantible) is an old, ruined bridge in Spain. It crosses the Ebro River, connecting two regions: La Rioja and the Basque Country. This historic bridge links the towns of El Cortijo and Assa.
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Where is the Mantible Bridge?
This ancient bridge is found near the city of Logroño in Spain. It stretches over the Ebro River, which is one of the longest rivers in Spain. The bridge connects two different areas. On one side is La Rioja, and on the other is the Basque Country. Specifically, it links the small towns of El Cortijo and Assa.
How Old is the Bridge?
Historians have different ideas about when the Bridge of Mantible was built.
- Some believe it was built a very long time ago, in the first half of the 2nd century. This was during the time of the powerful Roman Empire.
- Other experts think it was built much later, around the 11th century. They suggest it might have been built at the same time as the Puente La Reina bridge. That bridge crosses the River Arga. These two bridges might have been made to connect Nájera and Pamplona. These were two important cities in the old Kingdom of Navarre.
No one knows exactly when the bridge stopped being usable. However, old documents show that by the mid-1500s, it was already in very bad condition.
What Does the Bridge Look Like Now?
The Bridge of Mantible is 164 meters (about 538 feet) long. It is 5 meters (about 16 feet) wide. At its highest point, it reaches 30 meters (about 98 feet) tall.
When it was first built, the bridge had seven large, rounded arches. Today, only two of these arches are still mostly standing. The other five arches have mostly fallen apart. The remaining two arches show how well the bridge was built. They are made from excellent quality stone.
Why is This Bridge Important?
In 1983, the Bridge of Mantible was given a special title. It was declared a Bien de Interés Cultural. This Spanish term means "Property of Cultural Interest." It is a special protection for important historical and artistic sites in Spain. This shows that the bridge is a valuable part of Spain's history and heritage.
See also
In Spanish: Puente de Mantible para niños
