67 | Cruce del Puente de La Barra | Crossing La Barra Bridge | Punta del Este | 4K HDR 60fps CC

- Punta del Este Video Pack 7

§67 The Leonel Viera bridge is a significant architectural landmark in Uruguay, connecting La Barra de Maldonado to Punta del Este. Constructed in 1965 by Leonel Viera, the bridge spans 150 meters in length and is 10 meters wide in each section. It holds historical importance as the previous two bridges were destroyed by natural events. This video focuses on two crossings of the bridge: the original one and another one located 20 meters to the side, representing the return to Punta del Este.

The Leonel Viera bridge is a prestressed concrete band bridge designed for both vehicular and pedestrian traffic. It consists of three spans measuring 30, 90, and 30 meters, which can be observed as the bus ascends and descends slight slopes. On the left side of the bridge, there is a small forest that hosts various recitals and concerts. It is said that the bridge was built to facilitate easier access to the Posta del Cangrejo hotel, which is now a beach, as the previous bridges were prone to damage.

While it was initially a single bridge, a second bridge was added in 1999. There were rumors of refurbishment to reduce the steepness of the bridge, but it seems that no modifications have been made in the past decade. The perception of a smoother ride could be attributed to factors such as slower bus speed or fewer passengers generating less inertia. Similar to the Laguna Garzón bridge, which faced resistance from locals but eventually became necessary due to tourism, the Leonel Viera bridge was likely met with similar circumstances.

The bridge holds cultural significance as it inspired a poem by Pablo Neruda during his stay in La Barra de Maldonado as a guest of Uruguay's then-president, Eduardo Víctor Haedo. Unfortunately, the poem cannot be read due to potential censorship concerns. Throughout the video, various milipilis, fashionable girls, can be seen in the area. Buildings, depicted during the eight-kilometer journey to Punta del Este, showcase the opulence of the region.

The video provides a unique perspective of the Leonel Viera bridge, showcasing different shots and even capturing beautiful sunsets. It also highlights the surrounding forest, concerts held there, and the impressive buildings along the route to Punta del Este. Although the bus appears less crowded during the lean season, in previous years it was filled with passengers. The video aims to offer an engaging experience and provide insights into the bridge's history and its significance within the region.

§67 El puente Leonel Viera es un importante hito arquitectónico de Uruguay, que conecta La Barra de Maldonado con Punta del Este. Construido en 1965 por Leonel Viera, el puente tiene 150 metros de longitud y 10 metros de ancho en cada tramo. Tiene importancia histórica, ya que los dos puentes anteriores fueron destruidos por fenómenos naturales. Este vídeo se centra en dos cruces del puente: el original y otro situado 20 metros al lado, que representa el regreso a Punta del Este.

El puente Leonel Viera es un puente de banda de hormigón pretensado diseñado para el tráfico vehicular y peatonal. Consta de tres vanos de 30, 90 y 30 metros, que pueden observarse a medida que el autobús asciende y desciende por ligeras pendientes. En el lado izquierdo del puente hay un pequeño bosque que acoge diversos recitales y conciertos. Se dice que el puente se construyó para facilitar el acceso al hotel Posta del Cangrejo, que ahora es una playa, ya que los puentes anteriores eran propensos a sufrir daños.

Aunque inicialmente era un solo puente, en 1999 se añadió un segundo. Hubo rumores de reformas para reducir la inclinación del puente, pero parece que no se han hecho modificaciones en la última década. La percepción de un viaje más suave podría atribuirse a factores como la menor velocidad del autobús o el menor número de pasajeros, que generan menos inercia. Al igual que el puente de Laguna Garzón, que se enfrentó a la resistencia de los lugareños pero acabó siendo necesario debido al turismo, es probable que el puente Leonel Viera se encontrara con circunstancias similares.

El puente tiene importancia cultural, ya que inspiró un poema de Pablo Neruda durante su estancia en La Barra de Maldonado como invitado del entonces presidente de Uruguay, Eduardo Víctor Haedo. Lamentablemente, el poema no puede leerse debido a posibles problemas de censura.

Full playlist https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLogjlsiSFs9rkAakZRXP9y0KMA88VqPJk

Cameras: iPhone X, iPhone 13 Pro Max, GoPro Hero 4 Black, Panasonic FZ-1000.
Software: Final Cut Pro, Aiko , Deepl (sub translation) and ChatGPT.

Other videos of this pack:
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https://youtu.be/Ess-PZhACGo
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https://youtu.be/Iun42rGHpz0
https://youtu.be/xYmPjGRjMRM
https://youtu.be/1_wJbvBHRPQ

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