Long Bien Bridge: A century of inspiration
(VOV) - The 2,290 metre Long Bien Bridge, having survived countless bombings, stands as a symbol of the nation’s courageous struggle for freedom. Designed by Gustave Eiffel, it was constructed in 1898 by the Dayde and Pille Company and opened to traffic in 1903.
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| The Bridge, formerly known as the Paul Doumer Bridge, has witnessed a lot of changes in Vietnam's transition from war to peace. |
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It is an ideal place for local people to exercise in the early morning or late afternoon. |
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Under the bridge is a land area along the Red River where local people plant bananas, corns, and vegetables. |
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It is closely associated with the image of the hard-working people traveling across it to earn a living. |
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The bridge is the best place to observe the sunrise or sunset and take nice photos. |
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Over the past century, the bridge has experienced many ups and downs. |
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Currently it connects Hanoi to the port city of Haiphong. |
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It also attracts a lot of international tourists and has become a popular tourist destination. |