Phitthaya Sathian bridge - Bangkok, Thailand
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Torgut
N 13° 43.913 E 100° 30.922
47P E 663850 N 1518588
This is a small but charming arch bridge going over the Khlong Phadung Krung Kasem canal, in Bangkok
Waymark Code: WMKHPW
Location: Thailand
Date Posted: 04/18/2014
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The bridge was originally built during the reign of king Rama IV, in the middle of the 19th Century. king Rama V ordered a new bridge to be built here in 1898. Finally, king Rama VI commanded a restyling of the bridge following the European influence, and the bridge was ornamented with a charming balustrade and light poles, as well as decorative elements based in the image of lions heads.
Later this bridge was registered as National Heritage by the Department of Fine Arts.
Height of bridge: 40 m
What type of traffic does this bridge support?: Pedestrians, motor vehicles and minor land vehicles
What kind of gap does this bridge cross?:
Khlong Phadung Krung Kasem canal
Date constructed: Middle 19th Century
Is the bridge still in service for its original purpose?: Yes
Name of road or trail the bridge services: Charoen Krung road
Location:
Bangkok, Thailand
Length of bridge: Not listed
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