Golden Bridge

Golden Bridge is a historic iron truss bridge spanning the Narmada River between Bharuch and Ankleshwar in Gujarat. Completed in 1881 during British rule, it was built to connect the region and facilitate transport across the river. Notable for its 19th-century engineering, iron structure and length of about 1.4 kilometres, the bridge remains in use for light vehicular traffic and is a recognized heritage landmark offering scenic river views.

Visitors can expect a narrow, historic iron bridge over the wide Narmada River with views of the river, riverbanks and surrounding cityscape. The structure features steel trusses and piers from the 1880s. Visitors typically drive, ride or walk across, stop at the approaches for photography, and observe daily local traffic between Bharuch and Ankleshwar. The setting is urban and functional rather than a developed tourist complex.

Constructed between 1877 and 1881 during the British colonial period and opened on 16 May 1881. Built at a cost of approximately Rs. 45.65 lakhs, the iron truss bridge was designed to provide a vital road link across the Narmada River between Bharuch and Ankleshwar, supporting trade and transport between Bombay and northern Gujarat. It has survived floods and remains an example of 19th-century engineering.

Known locally as Suvarna Setu, the bridge is a landmark and symbol of Bharuch city, representing the historic connection between Bharuch and Ankleshwar across the Narmada River and forming part of the local identity.