Pamban Bridge (New Vertical-Lift Sea Bridge)

India's first vertical-lift railway sea bridge, inaugurated in April 2025, connects Rameswaram island to mainland Tamil Nadu across the Palk Strait. A spectacular feat of modern engineering, it replaced the historic 1914 British-era bridge and allows ships to pass beneath its lifted span. The bridge and the dramatic sea-crossing train journey are iconic sights that draw visitors and photography enthusiasts alike.