what year was the first stone placed for the building of the pont alexandre
first stone was laid in 1896 by Tsar Nicolas II of Russia and the bridge was dedicated to his father Alexandre III, moves that demonstrated the strength of the existing
C onsidered by many across the world as the most beautiful bridge in Paris, The Pont Alexandre III Bridge is adorned with sophisticated sculptures. Taking two years to build, its the first stone was placed by Tsar Nicholas II, and has the second title of âThe Russian Bridge. The bridgeâs date of opening was to coincide with the 1900 Universal Exhibition, so it is still known by some as the âExhibition Bridgeâ.