Tile roofed bridges in Vietnam – the everlasting beauty
0Not much popular as iron bridges,
stone bridges or wooden bridges in Vietnam, the tile roofed bridges are unique architectural forms which have been rarely seen in Vietnam. The bridges curved like the rainbows hundreds of years old with ancient tile roofs leaning in the blue waters have brought Vietnamese countryside landscapes the extraordinary and unforgettable beauty. Moreover, the architecture of the tile roofed bridges in Vietnam is extremely unique strongly appealing tourists who prefer to learn and discover new experiences. The journey of exploring Vietnam travel will certainly much more memorable and meaningful when tourists set foot on these unique sights. Not only admiring the architecture and unique landscapes, tourists also have the opportunity to find out the stories associated with the famous bridges.
Phat Diem tile roofed bridge, Ninh Binh
Along with Stone Cathedral, Phat Diem tile roofed bridge is one of unique folk architectural works in Kim Son, Ninh Binh. This is both the bridge undertaking the function of transportation and the ancient communal house close to the locals here. Far about 30km from Ninh Binh city center, the bridge is situated in the center of Phat Diem town across An River. Phat Diem tile roofed bridge is made of wood consisting of three spans with 4 compartments in each span. The bridge retains the total length of 36m and 3m wide. Two sides of the bridge are 2 rows of handrails and pillars made of ironwood. The bridge is covered with traditional red tiled roof. There are also flights of steps leading down the road and the river at both bridgeheads. Along with Phat Diem Stone Cathedral and Trang An tourist complex, Phat Diem tile roofed bridge is gradually becoming one of the indispensable tourist sites in Vietnam tour packages.
From a coastal swampy region, Kim Son district was listed on the map of Vietnam in 1829. Together with the establishment of the village, Nguyen Cong Tru constructed irrigation works. First of all, he allowed digging An River connecting Vac River with Can River to get fresh water. Digging the canals was conducted in parallel with building roads and dividing the boundaries. The tile roofed bridge was born in that situation. The bridge was built entirely with wood and tile roof in 1876. The floors of the bridge at that time were sheets of plywood 10 meters long which was connected with the bridge beams thanks to nails used on the boats. The bridge has been constantly reinforced and renovated to serve the needs of the locals as well as the main road to the sea… Over time, the wood floor of the bridge has been replaced. The 2 sides of the roads are pretty solidly concreted, yet the bridge with ancient and tranquil tile roofs is always the pride of the people in Kim Son. Phat Diem tile roofed bridge is worth one of the most impressive tourist attractions in Ninh Binh alluring tourists.
Thanh Toan tile roofed bridge, Hue
Far about 8km from Hue city center by road to the east, the tile roofed bridge is cross the ditch flowing from the beginning to the end of Thanh Toan Village, Thuy Thanh commune, Huong Thuy district, Thua Thien – Hue province. Thanh Toan village was founded in the 16th century. The wooden bridge was built for the convenient transportation of the locals in the village. It is also home to temporary stop for tourists participating Hue travel. Thanh Toan tile roofed bridge was built under the architecture style of “house on the bridge” with 17m long and 4m wide. The bridge was covered with glazed tubular tiles and divided into 7 compartments. 다낭 가라오케