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2. Ada Bridge, Serbia

Situated in: Serbia's Belgrade Founded in 2012 Expense: $230 million Serbia's Ada Bridge is a cutting-edge symbol of development and connectedness. This cable-stayed bridge over the Sava River connected the towns of Cukarica and New Belgrade when it opened to traffic in 2012. Its remarkable asymmetrical design and overall length of 964 meters have swiftly made it a symbol of Belgrade's metamorphosis.

Serbia's Ada Bridge Copyright Andréi Lutsyk/Shutterstock The Ada Bridge, commonly referred to as "Most na Adi," has pedestrian walkways and expansive views, making it a popular destination for both locals and visitors in addition to facilitating easier transportation. The name of the bridge, Ada, is Serbian for "island," and it honors the adjacent Ada Ciganlija, a well-liked river island and recreational area in Belgrade.