November 2016
We are now on our way to Venasque. Since the journey is quite long, the group had a pit stop at Milau. We got to see the famous Milau Viaduct - the tallest bridge structure in the world!
From the www.highestbridges.com
No other high bridge in history caught the eye of the media more than the opening of the Millau Viaduct in 2004. Comprised of 8 consecutive cable stayed spans totaling 8,100 feet (2460 mtrs), the viaduct is the tallest bridge structure in the world with a pier and mast rising a lofty 1,100 feet (335 mtrs) above the ground. With a roadway 909 feet (277 mtrs) above the Tarn River, it is also the highest cable stayed bridge in the world, a record it will retain until 2012 when Mexico’s Baluarte bridge opens.
Despite being the highest bridge in Europe, the massive structure ranks only 13th among all high bridges of the world.
The bridge has rightfully been described as beautiful, breathtaking, spectacular and awe-inspiring.
Located near the southern end of France, the bridge was the last major connection on the A75 motorway, a 4-lane highway that has been under construction in one form or another since 1975. Several routes were proposed that would have put the Tarn River crossing either east or west of the small town of Millau.
First photo is from www.highestbridges,com... then the rest of the photos are mine. :-)
The Milau Viaduct through my lens.
Who wouldn't be awed by this massive structure?
But in everything, we praise the Lord!
Here in Milau Viaduct Tourist Pit Stop, we were given a few minutes to go to the restroom, buy snacks, rest a bit and of course, take photos.
With Jenny Salvana (34th Generation of MOL)
Thank you, Fr. Kiko Dizon for the second photo!
The flowers of Milau through the lens of Fr. Kiko Dizon (20th Generation of MOL).
What a wonderful world we have!
Man-made but truly God's work.
Reach to the heavens!
- At 'yan ang sabi ni Manang!
November 2016