U Bein Bridge is considered as the longest, longest wooden bridge in the world and one of the beautiful sunset view.
U Bein Bridge is located on the outskirts of the ancient capital Mandalay, Myanmar, connecting the banks of the Taungthamna River.
U Bein Bridge is located on the outskirts of the ancient capital Mandalay, Myanmar, connecting the banks of the Taungthamna River. (Photo: deviantart.)
U Bein Bridge is 1.2 km long and is made of teak, making use of teak from an ancient palace.
U Bein Bridge is 1.2 km long and is made of teak, making use of teak from an ancient palace. (Photo: wikiwand.)
The bridge was built in 1800 by the mayor of U Bein.
The bridge was built in 1800 by the mayor of U Bein. (Photo: thousandwonders.)
Up to now, the bridge has more than 1,000 large columns and thousands of logs. Up to now, the bridge has more than 1,000 large columns and thousands of logs. (Photo: thousandwonders.)
Initially, this bridge was completely erected of wood but then some piers and bridges in flooded sections were replaced with concrete pillars to ensure the safety of the commuter.
Initially, this bridge was completely wooden but then some pillars and bridges in flooded sections were replaced with concrete pillars to ensure the safety of the passengers. (Photo: allpointseast.)
But fundamentally, the bridge retains its original architecture from the beginning.
But fundamentally, the bridge retains its original architecture from the beginning. (Photo: wikimedia.)
U Bein bridge is most beautiful in the afternoons
The most beautiful U Bein bridge in the afternoons, the impressive image of the brilliant yellow orange sunset over the bridge, through the wooden stakes probably will be the most beautiful sight of Myanmar. (Photo: photonews).
U Bein Bridge is the longest wooden bridge in the world.
U Bein Bridge is the longest wooden bridge in the world ... (Photo: myanmartravelandtours.)
... and is the oldest bridge in the world.
U Bein has been selected as one of the most beautiful sunsets in the world. U Bein has been voted CNNGo as one of the most beautiful places in the world. In the beautiful sunset view of the world. (Photo: stdibs.)