Wheeling, WV

Heading to Ohio

On my way to Pittsburgh from Columbus, OH I passed Wheeling, WV crossing the Ohio River.  I noticed a pretty interesting looking suspension bridge to the south.  My back needed a rest so it would be a perfect time to stop.

Wheeling appears like a lot of places in the U.S., its best days are behind.  Many abandoned buildings are noticeable.  But some revitalization is going on.  There is a lovely park along the river.  Many interesting looking pubs and restaurants were calling me.

While walking along the river I found out the bridge I spotted is the oldest suspension bridge in the U.S. that carries cars.  It dates to before the civil war.  A great achievement indeed.  I took a nice little walk across.  The entrance to the bridge is literally from downtown Wheeling.  There are old buildings on both sides.  

The WV side