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The Golden Gate Bridge was originally painted its current orange color as a sealant to protect against rust. It was kept the color because it stood out to oncoming ships. People ask, why not golden? A reflective golden bridge would become annoying fast, not to mention that "golden gate" referred not to the bridge itself but rather than the gateway it provided to access gold during the gold rush of 1849)
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What are interesting facts about the golden gate bridge?
The Golden Gate Bridge is painted red, but called Golden because of the sun. Its steel cables are long enough to circle the Earth three times! If the US Navy had its way, the bridge might have been painted in black and yellow strips, for ships to see it clearly. Over 1,200 suicides have occurred from jumping off the bridge. The Golden Gate Bridge is the most photographed bridge in the entire world.
Facts about the golden gate bridge?
The Golden Gate Bridge is painted red, but called Golden because of the sun. Its steel cables are long enough to circle the Earth three times! If the US Navy had its way, the bridge might have been painted in black and yellow strips, for ships to see it clearly. Over 1,200 suicides have occurred from jumping off the bridge. The Golden Gate Bridge is the most photographed bridge in the entire world.
What is the colour of the golden gate bridge?
it is red.
What the color of the golden gate bridge?
Red.
What is the red bridge called?
The "red bridge" in which location, there are many bridges painted red in the world. Please try and make your questions precise so that we know we are providing you with the answer you need. The most famous "red bridge" is perhaps the Golden Gate Bridge which spans San Fransisco bay.
Why is the golden state bridge painted red?
to prevent corrosion
Is the golden gate bridge red?
because god make it!
Why golden gate bridge is red?
because god make it!
Pourkoi Golden Gate Bridge s'appelle comme sa?
S'appelle parce que il est sur la Golden Gate...the entrance to the Golden State. Also the nearby hills are gold with dry grass in summer due to the lack of summer rain. The bridge itself is painted red.
What was the original primer used to paint the Golden Gate bridge?
red lead
Is the color of the Golden Gate Bridge red?
reddish orangish or rusty color
I am 2737m long. My construction started in 1933. I am red. Who am I?
You are the Golden Gate Bridge.
