Tsing Ma Bridge facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Tsing Ma Bridge
Tsing Ma Bridge at night
Carries	6 lanes of roadway (upper) 2 MTR rail tracks, 2 lanes of roadway (lower)
Crosses	Ma Wan Channel
Locale	Ma Wan Island and Tsing Yi Island
Official name	Tsing Ma Bridge
Characteristics
Design	Double-decked suspension bridge
Width	41 metres (135 ft)
Longest span	1,377 metres (4,518 ft)
Clearance above	62 metres (203 ft)
History
Opened	May 22, 1997
Statistics
Toll	HK$30 (cars)

The Tsing Ma Bridge is a very important bridge in Hong Kong. It connects two islands, Tsing Yi and Ma Wan. That's how it got its name! This bridge is special because it has two levels, or "decks." The top deck carries six lanes of cars and trucks. The bottom deck has two train tracks and two more lanes for cars. This makes it the largest suspension bridge in the world that carries both road and rail traffic.

What Makes the Tsing Ma Bridge Special?

The Tsing Ma Bridge is a suspension bridge. This means its main deck hangs from strong steel cables. These cables are supported by tall towers. The bridge's main part, called the "main span," is 1,377 metres (4,518 ft) long. This makes it one of the longest suspension bridges in the world. When it was finished in 1997, it was the second longest. Its towers are also very tall, reaching 206 metres (676 ft) high.

A Bridge for Everyone

The Tsing Ma Bridge is a key part of Hong Kong's transport system. It helps people travel easily between the islands. The bridge opened on May 22, 1997. It has been used for many things, including the Hong Kong Marathon for several years. Runners used to cross this amazing bridge during the race.

Images for kids

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  The bridge connects to Ma Wan Island.

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  A special part called a cable band, used on the bridge.

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  The Hong Kong Marathon used to cross this bridge.

See also

In Spanish: Puente de Tsing Ma para niños