This weekend marks the end of 2011 and the beginning of 2012 and every one are planning for New Year’s Evening parties and celebrations to mark the change in the calendar. The modern Fire Festival which is began on the evening 2012 will be a jump year starting on Sunday; it is 12th year of the 3rd millennium and of the 21st century, not claims it to be anything other than a modern celebration. We have collected some best ideas for New Year celebration just have a gaze on today’s post ”Fire Festival & New Year Evening Celebration 2012” hope you will enjoy happy new year.

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The Golden Gate Bridge is a suspension bridge across the Golden Gate, the opening of the San Francisco Bay into the Pacific Ocean. As part of both U.S. Route 101 and California State Route 1, the structure links the city of San Francisco, on the northern tip of the San Francisco Peninsula, to Marin County. It is one of the most globally recognized cryptograms of San Francisco, California, and of the United States. It has been declared one of the contemporary Wonders of the World by the American Society of Civil Engineers. The Formers travel guide considers the Golden Gate Bridge “possibly the most beautiful, undoubtedly the most photographed, bridge in the world”. Today we are going to share a brief history of the Golden Gate so let’s have a look on “Voyage To Golden Gate San Francisco”.

For many years before the Golden Gate Bridge was built, the only way to get across San Francisco Bay was by ferry, and by the early twentieth century the Bay was clogged with them. In the 1920s, engineer and bridge-builder Joseph Strauss became convinced that a bridge should be constructed across the Golden Gate.

Many groups opposed him, each for their own selfish reasons: the military, loggers, the railroads. The engineering challenge was also enormous – the Golden Gate Bridge area often has winds of up to 60 miles per hour, and strong ocean currents sweep through a rugged canyon below the surface. If all that weren’t enough, it was the middle of the Great Depression, funds were scarce, and the San Francisco Bay Bridge was already under construction. In spite of everything, Strauss persisted, and Golden Gate Bridge history began when San Francisco voters overwhelmingly approved $35 million in bonds to construct the Golden Gate Bridge.

The now-familiar art deco design and International Red color were chosen, and construction began in 1933. The Golden Gate Bridge project was completed in 1937, a prominent date in San Francisco history. Strauss was a pioneer in building safety, making history with innovations including hard hats and daily sobriety tests. The Bay Bridge (which was being built at the same time) lost 24 lives while the Golden Gate Bridge lost only 12, an outstanding accomplishment in an era when one man was killed on most construction projects for every million spent.

Total length: Including approaches, 1.7 miles (8,981 feet or 2,737 m)

Middle span: 4,200 feet (1,966 m).

Width: 90 feet (27 m)

Clearance above the high water (average): 220 feet (67 m)

Total weight when built: 894,500 tons (811,500,000 kg)

Total weight today: 887,000 tons (804,700,000 kg). Weight reduced because of new decking material.

Towers:

746 feet (227 m) above the water

500 feet (152 m) above the roadway

Each leg is 33 x 54 feet (10 x 16 m)

Towers weigh 44,000 tons each (40,200,000 kg).

There are about 600,000 rivets in EACH tower.

One of the most interesting Golden Gate Bridge facts is that only eleven workers died during construction, a new safety record for the time. In the 1930s, bridge builders expected 1 fatality per $1 million in construction costs, and builders expected 35 people to die while building the Golden Gate Bridge. One of the bridge’s safety innovations was a net suspended under the floor. This net saved the lives of 19 men during construction, and they are often called the members of the “Half Way to Hell Club.”

Golden Gate Bridge Traffic Fact

Average crossings: About 41 million per year, counting both north- and southbound crossings, compared to 33 million crossing the first year it was open

Fewest crossings: January, 1982, during a storm which closed U. S. 101 north of the bridge. On January 6, only 3,921 southbound vehicles passed the toll gates

Most crossings: October 27, 1989, a few days after the Loma Prieta earthquake, when the Bay Bridge was closed. 162,414 vehicles (counting those going both directions) crossed the bridge that day

Total crossings: Through October 30, 2002, the Golden Gate Bridge Highway District reported 1,754,094,967 vehicles had crossed the bridge

Closures: The Bridge has been closed three times for weather, for gusting winds over 70 mph. It closed briefly for visits by President Franklin D. Roosevelt and French President Charles DeGaulle. It was also closed on its fiftieth birthday.

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Today we have collected “Classic To Modern Age Journey 30+ Pics Of Harley-Davidson”.
American motorcycle Manufacturer. Founded in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, during the first decade of the 20th century, it was one of two major American motorcycle manufacturers to survive the Great Depression. Harley-Davidson also survived a period of poor quality control and competition from Japanese manufacturers.

The company sells heavyweight (over 750 cc) motorcycles designed for cruising on the highway. Harley-Davidson motorcycles (popularly known as “Harleys”) have a distinctive design and exhaust note. They are especially noted for the tradition of heavy customization that gave rise to the chopper style of motorcycle. Except for the modern VRSC model family, current Harley-Davidson motorcycles reflect the styles of classic Harley designs. Harley-Davidson’s attempts to establish itself in the light motorcycle market have met with limited success and have largely been abandoned since the 1978 sale of its Italian Aermacchi subsidiary.

Harley-Davidson sustains a loyal brand community which keeps active through clubs, events, and a museum. Licensing of the Harley-Davidson brand and logo accounted for $40 million (0.8%) of the company’s net revenue in 2011.

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Palm Trees, White Sand, Turquoise Water. We chose these images because they best represent the perfect, idyllic beach. Beach fun means tranquility, mesmerizing views and the gentle movement of water that make you feel at peace. We are going to share with you esmerizing and beautiful beach pictures from around the world. The best beaches of majestic splendor.

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In this materialistic era fun and funny things are vanished in our lives. Funny things really relax our minds and we enjoy life for a couple of moments. Here are some funny and interesting pictures that will be really enjoyed.

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The 82nd Academy Awards ceremony, presented by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, held on 7 march 2010. Here is a gallery of  gorgeous celebrities in beautiful dresses at the 82nd Academy Awards ceremony. They all are looking elegant and stunning.

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Pin-ups are intended for informal display. Pin-up girls are glamour models, fashion models, and actresses. I have gathered a great collection of photos of pin up girls in vintage style. You will be thrilled by it.

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The boring walls are supplied with a true piece of graffiti art, making it a joy for the eyes. I made a collection of pictures showing these fine spray paint creations. By looking at them and studying the details, you could boost your design inspiration. If you’re not into design, just lay back and enjoy this amazing form of art.

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Accidents are very common in our daily life but some accidents astonished us.  Such situations are created some times that they are sad and humorous as well simultaneously. Here are collected such accidental situations that are amazing and sensational.

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Photo manipulation is the application of image editing techniques to photographs in order to create an illusion or deception. In this post you will find art of photo manipulation on different concepts. These images are unique and amazing.

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