Krungthep Bridge

이야기 7구간총 16분 02초

역사·문화BY TELLBY

1Krungthep Bridge2:30

Welcome to the bustling banks of the Chao Phraya River, the very lifeblood of Thailand. We are standing at the approach to Saphan Krungthep, or the Krungthep Bridge, a vital and historically significant artery connecting the…
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2The Godfather of the Fire Shrine2:29

Before we venture too far onto the span of the bridge itself, look down to the left near the base structure. Nestled somewhat surprisingly amidst the heavy concrete pylons and roaring traffic is a vibrant, predominantly red…
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3The Steel Truss and the Concrete Giant2:33

As we walk further along the pedestrian walkway, the architectural and engineering details of the Krungthep Bridge become starkly apparent. Look at the complex web of green-painted steel beams rising around us. …
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4The Mid-Span Vantage and the Sunrise2:30

We have now reached the absolute midpoint of the Krungthep Bridge. This is the prime destination for photographers and the specific location where the true magic of this structure reveals itself. …
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5The Bascule Control Room2:21

As we continue our walk, observing the center of the bridge, you will notice a distinct, slightly raised station situated on the right side of the span. This small, industrial structure is the control room for the bridge's…
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6The Ballet of River Traffic2:14

Looking outward from the bridge railing once more, let us focus our attention on the chaotic, fascinating ballet of river traffic occurring below us. The Chao Phraya is a hyper-active, multi-lane highway of water, and the vantage…
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7Krungthep Bridge1:25

As we reach the Thonburi side of the Krungthep Bridge and conclude our walk, let us pause to reflect on the experience. We have traversed a monument of mid-century engineering, felt the intense, kinetic vibration of the city's…
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