adam's bridge

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What does adam's bridge mean?

A chain of shoals that connects India and Sri Lanka.

Where does adam's bridge come from?

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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