The Bridge of Sighs in Venice. Built in the 17th century, there are many theories as to why this is called the bridge of sighs. Many believe that if a couple kisses while underneath the Bridge of Sighs the couple will enjoy eternal love and "live happily ever after." Most believe, however, that as the bridge connects the palace, where trials would take place and judgment passed, and the prison that this is called the Bridge of Sighs because of the prisoners who, upon being escorted to the neighboring prison, would sigh as they caught their last glimpse of the outside world before spending the rest of their days within the dark dungeons of their prison cell.
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