The 2,290-m bridge was built between 1899 and 1902 by the French, and opened to traffic in 1903. Over the past 100 years, the steel structure has had a strong association with Hanoi’s trials and tribulations and witnessed many historical events.
Spanning three centuries and suffering war wounds, the bridge has still stood the test of time, linking the two banks of the Hong (Red) River.
Long Bien’s destiny is closely linked with Hanoi. It is a symbol and part and parcel of the capital city.
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Long Bien Bridge spans the Hong (Red) River. Dawn breaks at one end in Gia Lam district
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It is closely attached to the image of hard-working people travelling along to earn a living
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This is why Long Bien is called the bridge of the poor
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Along the bridge, a rail line is separated from roads on both sides.
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Local people are engaged in farming under the bridge
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A fishing village in the dry season
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Small makeshift markets open up on both roadsides of the bridge
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A new day begins with hard working farmers
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A warden begins his daily routine to ensure safety for trains
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Over the past century, the bridge has experienced many ups and downs
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It looks very romantic in the crescent moonlight
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The attached plaque records the time when the bridge was built
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