Vietnam Da Nang 2 Dragon Bridge

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DA NANG
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Da Nang is the third largest city in Vietnam by
urban population. It lies on the coast of the
South China Sea at the mouth of the Han River,
and is one of Vietnam's most important port
cities, known as Tourane (or Turon) during French
colonial rule. Da Nang's population is estimated
to reach one million inhabitants by 2014
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The city is surrounded by mountains to the west,
and the South China Sea to the east
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The Dragon bridge
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Completed in 2013, Dragon Bridge provides a
direct route to both Non Nuoc and My Khe Beach.
Its the longest in all of Vietnam.
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Dragon Bridge looks like a dragon, and glows with
neon light after dark. The bridge was designed
by the US-based Ammann Whitney Consulting
Engineers with Louis Berger Group
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Cong vien Dieu khac Song Han riverside promenade
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According to local beliefs, which date back to
the Ly Dynasty, the dragon is a significant
symbol of power, nobility and good fortune
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Up until the mid 16th Century Da Nang was a small
port town deployed for ship repairs for its
bustling neighbour, Hoi An. Da Nang then
prospered as a bustling port city, the central
regions largest commercial port, and there was
an influx of European lead investment. The
devastation of the American War in 1969 halted
this development. Production was limited and
emergence of extreme poverty and urban slums
developed.
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Following the devastation of the war Da Nang
evolved, with the construction of large bridges
connecting the city across the Han River. 
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The bridges of Da Nang not only contributed to
this industrial development but also enabled the
city to establish itself as a world-renowned
tourist hub. Many people travel to Da Nang to
view the bridges scattered over seven kilometres
around the city
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Thuan Phuoc Bridge
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Tran Thi Ly Bridge
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The Dragon bridge
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Dragon Bridge is 666m long, and has six
3.75-meter-wide vehicle lanes and two
2.5-meter-wide sidewalks. It opened to traffic
on March 29, 2013
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The Dragon bridge
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The span of Dragon Bridge is best viewed at night
when its lit up in bright yellows, blues, and
reds, weaving across the Han River. This ancient
symbol of power spits fire and water from its
mouth on weekend evenings. The impressive show is
best viewed from one of the many riverside bars
or restaurants.
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The main attraction of the Dragon bridge is
certainly the fire and water that spouts out of
the dragons elaborate head twice a week
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The Dragon Bridge Fire Show attracts huge crowds
every Saturday and Sunday, with the imperious
golden dragon erupting with fire from 9.p.m with
an impressive light show to match. So if you want
to get close, arrive around 15 to 30 minutes
early. 
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No one's allowed to drive across the bridge while
the show is going on. The six-lane bridge shuts
down every weekend just before the 900 pm show
on Saturday and Sunday
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The tourism sector is a vital component of Da
Nang's economy. It is within 100 km (62 mi) of
several UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including
the Imperial City of Hue, the Old Town of Hoi An,
and the My Son ruins
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The Han bridge
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Sound Hello Vietnam Violin Artist JMI KO
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Hue and Hoi An are two of the most famous tourist
cities in Vietnam. As they are close to each
other, it is convenient to visit both. In
addition, Hai Van Pass one of the most majestic
passes in Vietnam, which connect Northern and
Southern Vietnam, is on the way from Hue to Hoi
An, and Da Nang, the third largest city in
Vietnam, offers the country's best pristine
beaches, hills, mountains, museums and more
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Da Nang
Da Nang Museum of Cham Sculpture
Hue
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Da Nang Museum of Cham Sculpture
Da Nang Dragon bridge
Hue
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Da Nang Museum of Cham Sculpture
Da Nang Son Tra Lady Buddha
De la Hue la Hoian