One of the most well-known and appreciated suspension bridges in the world is the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, California. The need for a dependable and efficient transit link between San Francisco and Marin County stretches back to the early 20th century.

The bridge concept was first presented in the 1920s, but it ran into a lot of problems along the way, such as lack of money, complicated engineering, and popular opposition. However, in January 1933, Chief Engineer Joseph Strauss and a crew of engineers and laborers began building.

The bridge was an impressive feat of engineering because it spanned the Golden Gate Strait at a distance of 4,200 feet (1,280 meters). After only four years of construction, it opened on May 27, 1937 as the longest suspension bridge in the world.

The Golden Gate Bridge’s art deco style and the International Orange color it was painted have become symbols of San Francisco’s pioneering spirit and creativity. Millions of people visit the bridge every year to take in the breathtaking views of the city skyline and Marin Headlands.