Nový Most, UFO Tower Bratislava Slovakia
I crossed Nový Most, the UFO Tower of Bratislava twice. The first time, i.e. while entering the city I wasn’t quite prepared. The huge structure just came and went. That was because of the speed, we couldn’t afford to hold up the traffic behind us entering city for the sake of photographing the famous landmark, a wonder bridge of the city of Bratislava.
Nový Most translates to New Bridge, and I thought what a strange name because when the bridge becomes old will it still be called New Bridge! Well, it is more popularly known by the name UFO Tower of Bratislava. In addition to Novy Most, this new bridge has other interesting names like: UFO Bridge, Bridge of Slovakia, Most SNP (“Bridge of the Slovak National Uprising”).
Nový Most the UFO Tower Bratislava
The flying saucer-shaped structure houses a restaurant and observation deck. Because of its unique shape it got named UFO. Won’t it be cool to have a lunch or something up there, while enjoying the grand view of the city!
One of the legs of the tower has an elevator going right up to the restaurant and the observation deck. It boasts of view up to the distance of 100 km. You can see the Bratislava Castle, St. Martin’s Cathedral, Old Town and Kamzik Tower.
UFO though is the acronym of Unidentified Flying Object, here in this context, it is identified and popular. Also called Most SNP, Most Slovenského národného povstania. There is a pedestrian lane beneath the actual road on which we were driving. The bridge is 430 m long.
This UFO sightseeing tower is included in the World Federation of Great Towers.
The Skywalk, a panorama walkaway is an exciting 360-degree walk around the circumference of the UFO Observation Deck on the SNP Bridge in Bratislava. If you have time enough it is worth experiencing I am sure.
The entry fee for the UFO sightseeing deck is 7,40 €. You can save on this amount by visiting the restaurant and they give you a free welcome drink. Cool deal, isn’t it?! (In case you are planning to visit, do plan for the evening slots when you can see the sunset and city get illuminated then.)
Opening Hours: The observation deck and restaurant are open daily: deck 10:00-23:00, restaurant 12:00-23:00, bar 10:00-23:00
I missed all the above excitement. So for good picture of the Most SNP, while exiting, I prepared myself. We stayed in the right lane, maintained slow speed and managed to get memorable pictures of the bridge. Even if you don’t manage to see it close you can see the iconic building from Bratislava Castle.
This bridge is over the River Danube in Bratislava. It is the world’s longest cable-stayed bridge to have one pylon and one cable-stayed plane.
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They "Flying Saucer" reminds «Louis» of the restaurant at the top of the Space Needle in Seattle, Washington.
The overall shape of this bridge is similar to the bridge «Louis» posted today. Altogether, a welcome contribution to Sunday Bridges.
nice bridge n very interesting setting for a restaurant!
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My Third Eye
The bridge is amazing, as is the restaurant. The view must be spectacular.
A well designed bridge! The view of the city from the UFO restaurant must be impressive!
It's a very remarkable bridge! I have never seen a bridge like that.
So much to see in the world. Lucky to know you and to see your shots!
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Captured beautifully!
Late visiting from SW, hope you can peek at my Skywatch entry when you get a chance. Thanks.
What a huge and interesting construction – very impressive!
That's an intersting bridge! Glad you managed to get some terrific shots!
This is a fun thing about blogging: une vache, that would be «Louis», living in Calfornia, gets to tour Europe and see things he's never seen by visiting a blog written by a woman in India! Most enjoyable!
Oh wow just the look of this bridge it's fantastic for me!
SWF
What a great bridge :0)
Awesome bridge.
may be you know, when I was in junior high school, we sang this song, danude River of love,
I have been looking for a Youtube. Have you heard this song?
Cool bridge! I'd love to go up to that restaurant!
I love the design of the bridge. Great shots!
wow sure would be a treat to spend some time up there!
What an awesome and unusual bridge. I have never seen one site like it. I think it is a beauty. Thanks for sharing. genie
That's an amazing bridge. Great shots.
Beautiful capture and blue sky.
Wonderful shots of unique bridge.
I agree that it would be fun to eat in that restaurant.
Great bridge.
Sydney – City and Suburbs
Astonishing bridge, nice views!
Tht must be a impressive site…
Incredible bridge and fantastic captures, Indrani! The saucer-shaped structure reminds me of the Space Needle here in Seattle which also houses a restaurant and it is a great place to eat and enjoy the view! Hope your week is going well!
Sylvia
hahaha, i'd love to dine there.
Elevators on one side and staircase for emergency on the other.
not possible to go till top?