12 places to discover
Dragon Bridge (Cầu Rồng) is a 666-meter steel arch bridge spanning the Han River in Da Nang, connecting Hai Chau District with Son Tra District. Completed in 2013, it is shaped as a golden dragon extending toward the East Sea. It is one of Da Nang's most recognizable landmarks, known for its illuminated dragon design, weekend fire and water performances, and panoramic river and city views.
Han River Bridge (Cau Song Han) is a cable-stayed swing bridge spanning the Han River in central Da Nang, connecting Hai Chau District on the west bank with Son Tra District on the east. Opened in 2000 as Vietnam's first swing bridge designed and built by Vietnamese engineers, it is noted for its central span that rotates 90 degrees to allow river traffic. Illuminated at night, it has become an iconic landmark and symbol of the city.
The Helix Bridge is a 280-metre pedestrian bridge in Marina Bay, Downtown Core, Singapore, linking Marina Centre with Marina South near Bayfront Avenue. Opened on 24 April 2010, it is noted for its double-helix structure inspired by the DNA strand, designed by Cox Architecture with Arup. The bridge features viewing platforms and integrated LED lighting and offers panoramic views of the Marina Bay skyline.
Howrah Bridge, officially Rabindra Setu, is a steel cantilever bridge spanning the Hooghly River between Howrah and Kolkata in West Bengal. Opened in 1943, it is one of the world's busiest cantilever bridges and an iconic symbol of Kolkata. Built without nuts and bolts using riveting, it measures about 705 metres long and carries daily vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
Jembatan Gentala Arasy is an S-shaped pedestrian bridge spanning the Batanghari River in Jambi City, Jambi Province. Connecting the city centre (Kawasan Pasar) with Jambi Seberang and the Gentala Arasy tower area, it is recognized as Indonesia's first S-curved pedestrian bridge. Opened in 2015, the approximately 530-meter bridge is a city landmark and popular leisure viewpoint, especially noted for its illuminated night views over the river and skyline.
Jones Bridge, formally the William A. Jones Memorial Bridge, is a historic Beaux-Arts bridge spanning the Pasig River in central Manila, connecting Binondo and Ermita. Originally built from 1919 to 1921 and named after U.S. legislator William Atkinson Jones, it was destroyed in World War II and later reconstructed. Restored in 2019 to its neoclassical design, it is notable for its ornate lampposts, sculptural details, and illuminated nighttime appearance.
Ninh Kieu Pedestrian Bridge is a modern pedestrian bridge at Ninh Kieu Wharf in Ninh Kieu District, Can Tho City. Opened in 2016, it connects Ninh Kieu Park with Cai Khe islet over a small canal near the Hau River confluence. Notable for its lotus-inspired steel structure and LED lighting system, it has become a landmark and popular evening sightseeing and photography spot in central Can Tho.
Saloma Link Bridge is a 370-metre covered pedestrian bridge in Kuala Lumpur connecting Kampung Baru to the Kuala Lumpur City Centre (KLCC) area. Opened on 5 February 2020, it spans the Klang River and the Ampang-Kuala Lumpur Elevated Highway. Notable for its illuminated steel structure inspired by the sirih junjung arrangement, it provides a direct walking link between traditional Kampung Baru and modern KLCC.
Seri Gemilang Bridge is a ceremonial bridge in Putrajaya, Federal Territory of Putrajaya, spanning Putrajaya Lake between Precinct 4 (Core Island) and Precinct 5. Completed in 2003 as part of the planned administrative capital development, it is notable for its modern Islamic-inspired arch design, night illumination, and role as the main gateway to the Putrajaya International Convention Centre and Heritage Square.
Seri Saujana Bridge is a prominent cable-stayed bridge in Putrajaya, Malaysia, spanning Putrajaya Lake to connect Lebuh Sentosa on Core Island with Lebuh Wawasan. Completed in 2003 as part of Putrajaya's planned administrative capital, it is one of eight major bridges in the city. Notable for its symmetrical cable-stayed design, twin pylons and night illumination, the bridge serves both as a functional roadway and a scenic landmark overlooking the lake and nearby Iron Mosque.
Seri Wawasan Bridge is a prominent cable-stayed bridge spanning Putrajaya Lake in the federal administrative capital of Putrajaya, Malaysia. Completed in 2003, it connects Precinct 2 on Core Island with Precinct 8 and Lebuh Sentosa. Notable for its futuristic design featuring a forward-inclined pylon and cable stays, the bridge is a major landmark and transport link, offering panoramic views of the lake, Putra Mosque and the city skyline, especially when illuminated at night.
Thuan Phuoc Bridge is a suspension bridge spanning the mouth of the Han River where it meets Da Nang Bay, connecting Son Tra District and Hai Chau District in Da Nang, Vietnam. Completed in 2009, it was the longest suspension bridge in Vietnam at 1,855 meters long. Notable for its modern cable-stayed suspension design, illuminated towers at night, and panoramic views of the river, bay, Son Tra Peninsula and city skyline.