Jembatan Kuning: The Yellow Bridge of Love
Jembatan Kuning, or the Bridge of Love, was one of the most beautiful things I saw on my way back from Nusa Lembongan to Bali. A bridge that will immediately remind you of San Francisco’s Golden Gate Bridge, except this one is golden instead of red. This magnificent bridge not only connects Nusa Lembongan and Cenengan, but it also attracts thousands of tourists each year due to its enticing name and design. Even though its name took after its tragic past!
This yellow bridge, for those who are unaware, collapsed in 2017. After that, it was fixed and renamed the Love Bridge. Precisely like the sparked sentiment! You can’t miss this massive marvel when visiting Lembongan’s Mushroom Beach Ferry Port. I happened to be passing through on my way from Nusa Penida to Nusa Lembongan, and that’s when I spotted it. The surrounding crystal clear waters, of course, take centre stage. When you arrive at the ferry port, however, it’s difficult to miss the easily identifiable yellow bridge.
The coastline, on the other hand, is covered in smooth white sand, littered with unusual seashells and corals. This land between high and low watermarks must be where Sally sold seashells on the beach. I bent over, reciting my favourite tongue twister, and picked up whatever seashells I could find. Although seashell hunting was my favourite activity here, the majestic golden bridge in the background commanded my full attention.
This single-lane crossing, which floats between the two stunning Nusa islands, exudes a unique charm. Although, at the time of my visit, only a few pedestrians were either walking through or taking photographs in this area. A few motorcycles were seen crossing over on and off. The majority of tourists arrive at this beach and rent scooters to get to Nusa Lembongan’s hub. In this lovely Klungkung Regency, distances are short, and renting a scooter for the day costs only $5. You can also rent a car, which is what we did.
When you cross the incredible natural beauty of this region, you can focus on the endless landscapes. Another incredible fact about the improved Jembatan Cinta Bridge is that it was resurrected for 3.4 billion Indonesian Rupiah. This modern-day yellow bridge of love can withstand 30 tonnes of weight. Motorbikes, bicycles, and pedestrians are the only modes of transportation. Alternatively, between the ports of Nusa Penida, Ceningan, and Lembongan, many luxury cruise ships operate.
