San Juanico Bridge

San Juanico Bridge is a prominent cable-stayed bridge in the Philippines, connecting the islands of Leyte and Samar across San Juanico Strait. It spans approximately 2.16 kilometers (1.34 miles), making it one of the longest bridges in Southeast Asia. Completed in 1973, it facilitates transportation and commerce by providing a direct route between the two islands, reducing travel time. The bridge features a distinctive design with tall towers and multiple cable stays supporting the roadway. Its construction significantly improved connectivity in the region, boosting local economic development and making it an iconic engineering landmark in the Philippines.