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Sunday Pick: The poetry of Nepal's bridges | Far Flung

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Sunday Pick: The poetry of Nepal's bridges | Far Flung

TED Talks Daily

2025/05/11
TED Talks Daily

TED Talks Daily

2025/05/11
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To get to school, work, or another town in Nepal, it helps if you don't have a fear of heights. That's because this mountainous terrain (it's home to Mount Everest after all) is connected via THOUSANDS of bridges. Whether permanent or seasonal, made of bam...

Highlights

In Nepal, where the landscape is defined by towering mountains and deep valleys, bridges are more than just engineering marvels. They represent a way of life, connecting communities across challenging terrains and shaping cultural values. This podcast delves into the significance of these structures in Nepalese society, exploring how they impact daily life and foster a sense of unity.
00:00
Bridges in Nepal represent both physical and metaphorical connections.
03:42
The Baglang - Parbutt footbridge is the longest-spanned pedestrian bridge in the world.
10:26
A tragic incident where an aunt fell off a bridge.
27:00
Local efforts brought iron from Kolkata to build a bridge across the Kali Gandaki River.
30:32
Bridges connect isolated villages, leading to significant changes.

Chapters

Why Are Bridges More Than Just Structures in Nepal?
00:00
What Makes the Longest Pedestrian Bridge So Extraordinary?
03:42
How Do Personal Stories Reflect the Peril and Promise of Bridges?
06:51
In What Ways Does Geography Influence the Role of Bridges?
14:06
How Have Bridges Changed Lives and Communities?
30:32

Transcript

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