Sixth of October Bridge
Egypt
Its name commemorates the date of 'The Crossing', which commenced the outbreak day of the Yom Kippur War in 1973.
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to the Sixth of October Bridge, or 'Kubri Sitta Uktobar,' the most critical piece of infrastructure in the Arab world’s largest city, Cairo. Spanning a total length of 21.1 kilometers—or roughly 13.1 miles—this monumental…
Listen in the app2The Engineering Marvel — Nine Phases of Growth
The construction of the Sixth of October Bridge is a saga of modern engineering that spanned nearly four decades. Starting in 1969, the bridge was built in nine distinct phases to accommodate the growing needs of a mega-city. …
Listen in the app3The Giza Connection — Starting the Journey
The bridge officially begins in Giza, the third-largest city in Egypt and home to the famous pyramids. Giza is a 'center for education and teaching services,' hosting Cairo University and Africa’s first zoo. …
Listen in the app4Crossing Gezira Island — The Garden District
As the bridge spans the Nile, it passes over the island of Gezira, home to the upscale Zamalek district. Historically, this island was known as 'Jardin des Plantes' due to its extensive collection of exotic plants brought from…
Listen in the app5The Cairo Tower — The Lotus in the Sky
Dominating the view from the bridge as you cross the Nile is the Cairo Tower, or 'Burg al-Qahira.' Standing at 187 meters, this tower was built between 1956 and 1961 and is designed to resemble a lotus flower, a symbol of ancient…
Listen in the app6The Heart of Al-Qahira — Tahrir and the Citadel
Descending from the island into the center of Cairo, the bridge passes near Tahrir Square and provides views toward the Citadel of Saladin. This is the 'beating heart' of the city, where the population density reaches over 15,000…
Listen in the app7Navigation and the Sixteen Exits
Navigating the Sixth of October Bridge requires an understanding of its unique 'non-symmetrical' exit system. There are 16 exits in total, but they are not arranged in pairs. …
Listen in the app8Closing
As you reach the end of the Sixth of October Bridge, you have traversed the modern spine of Cairo. From the historical depths of Giza to the administrative heart of the city, this 21.1-kilometer journey has provided a unique…
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What is Sixth of October Bridge?
Sixth of October Bridge is a place in Egypt with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Egypt |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 30.0491, 31.2293 |
| Last updated |
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