Landmark
Source of the Nile Bridge
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The Source of the Nile Bridge, also known as the New Jinja Bridge, is a striking cable-stayed structure that spans the Nile River just downstream from its source. Completed in 2018, it provides a vital road link between Jinja and the eastern regions of Uganda. Visitors can walk or drive across the bridge to enjoy breathtaking views of the river, the surrounding hills, and the distant Owen Falls Dam. The bridge is especially photogenic at sunrise or sunset, when the light reflects off the water and the cable stays cast dramatic shadows.
Don't miss
- Walking across the bridge for panoramic Nile views
- Photographing the cable-stayed design against the river backdrop
- Spotting local fishermen and boats on the water below
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Source of the Nile Bridge
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inArrival Transfer from Aswan Airport to Hotels or Nile Cruise in Aswan4.4★ · 29 travelersFree cancellationFrom$8 per personSee dates →
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