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TOP bridges in Da Nang – Symbols of connectivity

Not only have the most beautiful and pure-white beaches, but Danang also is named the city of bridges. Each bridge puts on a unique appearance and contains rich culture and history making the entire city outstanding and impressive in the eyes of visitors near and far. From the Independent day, bridges play an importance role in economic as well as tourist enhancement. 

1. Thuan Phuoc Bridge - Vietnam's longest rope hanging bridge

The Thuan Phuoc Bridge, Vietnam's longest suspension bridge, was built in 2009 to commemorate Reunification Day. Its unique location at the T-junction of the Han River, vast ocean, and Son Tra peninsula offers a panoramic view of Danang city. The wavy wind creates an interesting and overwhelming experience for visitors. The romantic and tranquil sunset at the bridge's foot adds to the beauty. Visitors can visit on a slightly sunny day with a blue sky from 7 a.m. to 8 a.m. or at sunset from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m., offering a beautiful and romantic atmosphere.

2. Han River Bridge - Vietnam's first turning bridge

Danang's Han Bridge, the first cable-stayed swing bridge in Vietnam, is a symbol of the city's new vitality and rising respiration. Designed by Vietnamese engineers, the bridge swings to facilitate ocean traffic movement for ships, with a 90-degree angle primary axis. This unique feature has become a tourist attraction, with crowds gathering to contemplate. The bridge rotates from 11:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday, and visitors can stand on or at the bridge's foot for an overview.

3. Dragon Bridge - Tourism and Prosperity Symbols

Dragon Bridge, shaped like a Ly dynasty dragon, is located at the center of Danang City, providing convenient movement for residents and visitors. Dragon Bridge makes the shortest way from the International Airport to the city center while simultaneously making a straight way to My Khe Beach and Non Nuoc to the west of the city. Moreover, a light system with 15.000 LED lights makes entire bridges bright and colorful at night and has a total of 5 colors, corresponding to 5 elements in nature. Apart from its amazing architecture and urban landscape, Dragon Bridge is often likened to a magnet, attracting tourists with its fire and water-breathing performance at 9 p.m. on the weekend (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) and festival day.

4. Tran Thi Ly Bridge - The first cable bridge in Vietnam

Tran Thi Ly Bridge is called one of “Tu Dai My Kieu, the biggest and most beautiful bridges in Da Nang. This bridge was named by Vietnamese activist Tran Thi Ly. The woman has a strong and indomitable will in two resistance wars against French colonialists and the American Empire. Tran Thi Ly Bridge is designed in a bold European architectural style, creating a unique highlight among the poetic beauty of Da Nang city. From a distance, the bridge looks like a large, wind-filled sail stretching to the sea. On the bridge, there is a pedestrian lane, an ideal place for check-in and watching the sunset in the romantic afternoon. Not far from that is the Tran Thi Ly tunnel, likened to the skylight in the heart of Danang City, an exotic check-in place for tourists.

5. Golden bridge - New Wonders of the World

Golden Bridge belongs Top tourist Resort of Vietnam-Sun World Ba Na Hills named “heaven on earth” in Da Nang City. Golden Bridge is one of the most popular features of Vietnam tourism making a profound impression on national and international tourists, recognized as one of the top 10 new world wonders by Daily Mail news. Its impressive and unique architecture and designs look like a strip of silk, embraced by two mossy hands reaching out from the Ba Na mountains. Standing on the hands of bridges, some visitors believe that this is god’s hands spinning yellow thread from the core of the mountain while some consider that the golden bridge is the “heaven gate” to “fairyland”, which hope and pray that the future will be bright and prosperous.

6. Love Bridge - Romantic destination on the Han River

If you are on a honeymoon vacation, it is impossible to miss the love bridge in Danang. Come up with famous others around the world, this bridge is the embodiment of permanent love and close-knit relationship. With the view of red hearts in many lamp-posts and many locks in close proximity without a key along the Han River, visitors will be lost in the world of love and romance. Near this bridge, the ‘Carp turning into Dragon” statue is a great artwork, a combination of 2 traditional legendary animals of Vietnam- the Carp and the Dragon. Lots of visitors come to pray for peace, prosperity, and solidarity. 

7. Hue Junction Overpass - Connect Two Heritage Domains

With a height of up to 65m with 3-level transportation and a diameter of a roundabout of up to 150m with lots of branches, the Hue junction overpass is the most modern project up to now. Inspired by Champa culture, this bridge relies on the images of Linga and Yoni- symbols of breeding fertility, proliferation, and vitality of humankind. It is also based on the Yin and Yang theory- the harmony of Clement weather, favorable terrain, and concord among the people, creating miraculous development of Danang city nowadays. With its fascinating beauty and humane value, Hue Junction overpass becomes an ideal destination for tourists from near and far.

8. Nguyen Van Troi Bridge - The oldest bridge connecting the Han River

The Nguyen Van Troi Bridge in Da Nang holds significant tourism potential due to its historical value and unique architecture. Preserved as a heritage site, the bridge serves as an ideal destination for visitors interested in the city's history and culture. Its classic Parker truss design creates a distinctive space for walking and photography, especially at sunset when the sunlight reflects off the Han River. Additionally, the bridge's location near other famous tourist attractions in Da Nang makes it convenient for tourists to combine visits and explore the area. With recent renovations, the Nguyen Van Troi Bridge has become a cultural icon, attracting both locals and international visitors.