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Then we’ll head out for our ride!First we cross the Red river by Long Bien bridge – the oldest one in Hanoi built over 100
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8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Long Bien Bridge
Welcome, traveler, to the Lo-ong Bee-en Bridge, an 'emblem of Hanoi's resilience and history.' You are standing on one of the most significant engineering accomplishments of the 20th century in Asia. As a professor of structural…
Listen in the app2The Western Approach — Connecting the Districts
We begin our journey at the western end of the bridge, which connects the 'Hoan Kiem' and 'Long Bien' districts. This area, right next to the 'Old Quarter' and 'Long Bien Station,' is a hub of constant motion. …
Listen in the app3The Cantilever Spans — Engineering of the Doumer Era
As we move further out, we are surrounded by the massive iron trusses that define the bridge’s profile. This is the work of architects 'Dayde and Pille' from Paris. …
Listen in the app4The War Scars — Resilience under Fire
You are now approaching the sections of the bridge that bore the brunt of the 'heavily bombarded' years. During the war with the US army, this bridge was a 'big target' for B-52 bombers. …
Listen in the app5The Central Railway Track — The Pulsing Arterie
At the center of the bridge lies the single railway track, which 'connects the north and south' of the country. This track is still in active use today. …
Listen in the app6The View over Banana Island — An Agrarian Haven
Look over the railing toward the middle of the river. You are standing directly above 'Banana Island,' a 'stretch of land nestled between two branches of the Red River.' This 'vibrantly green terrain' is a 'hidden gem' that 'most…
Listen in the app7The Eastern Gate — Toward the Future
As we reach the eastern end of the bridge, we enter the 'Long Bien district.' This side of the bridge 'used to be the French base army' area. Today, it is a 'bustling' part of the 'North Metropolis' that is 'constantly evolving.'…
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We have reached the end of our exploration of the Long Bien Bridge. I hope you have felt the 'Iron Soul' of this 'historic landmark.' We have traced its journey from a 'French colonial showpiece' to a 'lifeline under bombing' and…
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What is Long Bien Bridge?
Long Bien Bridge is a place in Vietnam with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Vietnam |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 21.0442, 105.8609 |
| Last updated |
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