Pero’s Bridge is undoubtedly one of the most surprising and, at the same time, functional monuments in the center of Bristol. Its shapes are unmistakable and its appeal is subtle but real. This distinctive pedestrian footbridge in Bristol, England, holds cultural and historical significance. Completed in 1999, the bridge was named in honor of Pero Jones, an enslaved African who lived in the city during the 18th century. The bridge, which connects the harborside with the city center was designed by artist Eilis O’Connell and structural engineer Ove Arup, Pero’s…
