Etymology

Adam's Bridge

Today it means: A chain of shoals that connects India and Sri Lanka. Full definition →

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The story

In Islam, it is said that Adam crossed this bridge after he was banished from the Garden of Eden. Earliest usage of this term can date back to 1030 A.D.

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