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Sydney Harbour Bridge
The total length of the Sydney Harbour Bridge including approach spans is 1149 metres and its arch span is 503 metres. The top of the arch is 134 metres above sea level.
The Sydney Harbour Bridge is not the largest bridge in the world. There are many longer bridges. However, it is the largest steel arch bridge in the world, but not the longest. It's arch stands 134 m above the waters of Sydney Harbour.
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There are four pylons on the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Each is 89 metres high, and constructed of concrete faced with granite.
It helped Sydney to develop north of the harbour as trip times to the CBD were drastically reduced. It also provided Sydney with many jobs during a time of economic instability. It provide Sydney with an icon that millions of people instantly recognise.
It took 1,400 men to build The Sydney Harbour Bridge.
Sixteen lives were lost during the construction of the Sydney Harbour Bridge.
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Sydney has many attractions, such as the iconic Sydney Opera House. The Sydney Harbour Bridge is also an iconic attraction. The beaches in Sydney attract many people. The Royal Botanic Gardens in Sydney is another very popular attraction.
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16 people died during the construction of the sydney harbour bridge