Madrid's Segovia Viaduct: Tales of Progress and Tragedy

March 10, 2022 00:17:01
Madrid's Segovia Viaduct: Tales of Progress and Tragedy
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Madrid's Segovia Viaduct: Tales of Progress and Tragedy

Mar 10 2022 | 00:17:01

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Show Notes

The Segovia Viaduct in the heart of Madrid is a handsome-looking bridge that helped to join the city where there was once a large geographic gap; and yet from practically the first day it opened back in 1874, it also served as one of the most popular places for people to commit suicide, Not until fairly recently has this grim secondary use been more or less brought under control. Today it is a popular way for both tourists and locals to move about the downtown. It’s dark past has not been easily forgotten. Listen and…try to enjoy! 

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