snoop1130 Posted February 19 Share Posted February 19 BANGKOK (NNT) - Bangkok has introduced a new bridge over the Chao Phraya River, informally dubbed the second Rama IX bridge. This addition to the city's infrastructure runs alongside the existing Rama IX bridge and is designed to alleviate traffic congestion from central Bangkok to the developing outskirts near the Rama II area. The new structure, which is part of Bangkok's expressway system, stands 41 meters tall and features a cable-stayed design with eight lanes, all painted in a striking bright yellow. The second Rama IX bridge will temporarily open to pedestrians before it becomes available to vehicle traffic. The public is invited to explore the bridge on foot and enjoy panoramic views of Bangkok and the Chao Phraya River. Pedestrian access is available between February 23 and 25 from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. each day. This pedestrian preview offers a unique opportunity to experience the bridge in a way that will not be possible once it is opened to cars. By Krajangwit Johjit Full story: NNT 2024-02-19 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blazes Posted February 20 Share Posted February 20 What a brilliant opportunity to advance the cause of non-vehicle traffic. Just imagine the thousands of pedestrians and cyclists who could use the bridge daily, thus helping to reduce the pollution of central Bangkok. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klauskunkel Posted February 20 Share Posted February 20 I'll be waiting a year before I use it... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PETERTHEEATER Posted February 20 Share Posted February 20 21 hours ago, snoop1130 said: The public is invited to explore the bridge on foot and enjoy panoramic views of Bangkok and the Chao Phraya River. Panoramic views? Bring your own ladder. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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