It was the first cable-stayed bridge constructed in Bangladesh.
The project was financed through a loan from the Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development.
The bridge was named after the 18th-century Sufi saint Hazrat Shah Amanat.
It significantly reduced travel distance between Chittagong city and the southern coastal regions.
The design includes pylon heights of approximately 45 meters above the bridge deck.
Shah Amanat Bridge, officially known as the Third Karnaphuli Bridge, is a vital cable-stayed bridge spanning the Karnaphuli River in Chittagong. Completed in 2010, the bridge connects the main city area to the southern districts of Chittagong and Cox's Bazar. It measures approximately 950 meters in length and features a 12-meter wide carriageway. The structure serves as a critical transport link for the industrial zones and the Chittagong port region. Its cable-stayed design is a prominent engineering feature in the regional landscape. The bridge facilitates movement between the city and the Anwara and Banshkhali Upazilas.
From the riverbank on the Bakalia side looking toward the bridge pylons.
Visit during the evening to see the bridge illuminated by decorative lighting.
Keep a firm grip on mobile devices and cameras as the wind can be strong on the pedestrian walkways.
Plan your visit to coincide with sunset for clear views of the river traffic.
Avoid stopping vehicles on the bridge deck to prevent traffic congestion; use designated pedestrian areas only.
