VietNamNet Bridge - The construction of the 15km Vu Tan - Lach Huyen Bridge in the northern port city of Hai Phong is starting on February 15, with a 5.4 km long section crossing the sea. On February 11, the Ministry of Transportation signed a contract with contractors to build the bridge, which totals 15km of road and bridge, including 5.44 km of bridge over the sea, 16 meters wide with 4 lanes and 2 safety strips. The roads to the bridge are 10 km long, 29m wide. This route passes through Hai An and Cat Hai districts of Hai Phong city. Once it is completed, it will be the longest sea-crossing bridge in Vietnam. The project is funded by ODA loans of Japan and Vietnam's reciprocal capital totaling VND11,849 billion, including VND10,049 billion of ODA. According to the Ministry of Transportation, this is a national key project to connect the developing eastern areas of Hai Phong to the Lach Huyen port, the Dinh Vu Industrial Zone with the Ha Noi highway which is under … [Read more...] about Longest sea-crossing bridge in Vietnam to be built in Hai Phong
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Da Nang’s Dragon Bridge in world top lighting works
VietNamNet Bridge - International lighting experts praised the lighting design of the Dragon Bridge in Da Nang city, as "an inspirational solution for a unique project." 500m iron dragon bridge to make Guinness record At the awards ceremony FX Design Awards 2013 in London, judges commented "The lighting design of the Dragon Bridge is an inspirational solution for a unique work." The finalists for the "Lighting Design" award with the Dragon Bridge are the 6 other international projects such as the Edinburgh International Conference Centre and the London University of Arts. The Lighting Design of the Dragon Bridge and eight other works in the world also entered the final round of the Lighting Design Awards 2014. The awards ceremony will take place in the UK in March 2014. Lighting Design Awards are one of the prestigious awards worldwide specialized in architectural lighting design. Other finalists are the KIPCO Tower in Kuwait, the Monument to the victims of violence in Mexico, … [Read more...] about Da Nang’s Dragon Bridge in world top lighting works
Bridge collapses because of a 60-ton truck
VietNamNet Bridge - A truck of 60 tons in tonnage ran through a temporary bridge under construction, making the entire bridge collapsed completely. Local people said that they were awaken by the big sound from the bridge. When they approached the site, they saw the bridge was broken and fell into the river. They opened the door and pulled the driver from the cabin. It is lucky that at the time of the accident, there was no other vehicle on the bridge. The driver was identified as Nguyen Thanh Khoa, 32, a native of Lam Dong province, and an employee of the HCM City-based Tan Phat Dat Transport Company. Khoa said that the vehicle was on its way from HCM City to Tra Vinh. Without a special license for circulation, it had to travel at night to avoid the police. Knowing that the bridge is only designed for vehicles up to 30 tons, the driver still tried to cross the bridge. Consequently, the bridge collapsed and half of the truck fell into the river. … [Read more...] about Bridge collapses because of a 60-ton truck
Rowing, passing monkey bridges in U Minh Thuong
VietNamNet Bridge - U Minh Thuong forest in the southern province of Kien Giang is classified as a rare, specific type of forest in the world. It has been recognized as a heritage park in Southeast Asia. Trang Chim is dubbed the bird kingdom, which gathers more than hundred species of birds, including several species listed as globally threatened. The paths are bridges built from Melaleuca trees, which are called monkey bridges – a "specialty" of the Southwest region. If you are lucky, you can see monkeys. Zing/VNN … [Read more...] about Rowing, passing monkey bridges in U Minh Thuong
In pictures: Saigon and bridges
VietNamNet Bridge - HCM City has more than 200 large and small bridges. Watching over Saigon through bridges is a new experience for tourists who are familiar with the most bustling city in Vietnam. Four old bridges in HCM City to be closed The old bridges waiting for collapse in Saigon Anh Sao (Starlight) Bridge The Anh Sao Bridge is located in the new urban area of Phu My Hung, District 7, spanning the Thay Tieu canal. This is considered the most beautiful bridge in Saigon with an eye-catching lighting and water spray system along the bridge. In addition, the two large squares on either sides of the bridge which simulate the moon and the sun make people feel like going to step on the moon and thousands of twinkling stars. The Anh Sao Bridge is only for pedestrians. It is also an ideal place for taking photos of the prosperous city over 300 years old. Thu Thiem Bridge The Thu Thiem is a 1,250 m long bridge connecting the two banks of the Saigon River in District 2 and Binh … [Read more...] about In pictures: Saigon and bridges