BROOKLYN BRIDGE OF BANGKOK - RAMA VIII BRIDGE | Bangkok, Thailand
I call Rama VIII Bridge, the Brooklyn Bridge of Bangkok, Thailand because I feel it's just as big and amazing as the Brooklyn Bridge in New York City.
I've actually never walked across the Rama VIII Bridge before. I've only seen it from afar or
passed under it while on one of the ferries on the Chao Phraya River.
So this was my actual first time, walking across the Rama VIII Bridge and getting up close and personal like this and boy was I blown away.
I didn't expect it to be that big and nice as it was. I can't believe this bridge is not more of a tourist attraction. But hopefully, it will be after they see this video :)
Be sure to visit the Rama VIII Bridge or what I like to call the Brooklyn Bridge of Bangkok, the next time you are in this city.
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The Rama VIII Bridge in Bangkok, Thailand.
The Rama VIII Bridge is a cable-stayed bridge crossing the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok, Thailand. (Credit SiamTopView)
The Rama VIII Bridge Bangkok
Rama VIII Bridge Bangkok
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Rama VIII Bridge Crosses Chao Phraya River Bangkok Thailand
Rama VIII Bridge - Bangkok,Thailand
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The Rama VIII Bridge cable-stayed bridge crossing the Chao Phraya River Bangkok Thailand
Rama VIII Bridge, Bangkok
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Laser Show Installation on Rama VIII bridge in Bangkok, Thailand 2013 | Laserworld
Permanent laser show installation on Rama VIII Bridge in Bangkok, Thailand.
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Loy Krathong Festival from the Rama VIII Bridge in Bangkok Thailand
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This video was taken with a Nikon D90 Digital SLR which has HD Video as well
Rama VIII Bridge Bangkok - Thailand
Rama VIII Bridge, Bangkok
Loi Krathong @ Rama VIII Bridge, Bangkok, 2009 (I)
The second part of the evening, which is involving cramming a lot of Thai tradition into a hectic few hours, involves jumping a taxi to the other end of the Chao Phraya River in the city, in effect cutting across one of the huge lazy sweeps of the giant curves that this river makes as it slowly winds its way through the city on the final leg of its long and almost-complete journey to the sea. I am informed that the place to be tonight is at the Rama VIII bridge, its where everything is happening so my rapid Bangkok culture-cram draws me in this direction. The city is in gridlocked mode as ever this evening, even more so with the festival taking place, but in fits and starts and a few shortcuts we head towards the impressive Rama VIII road bridge that is one of the key arteries between the city and Thonburi on the opposite shore, which itself has grown to rival Bangkok as a sprawling metropolis. The first real sign of the scene that awaits us unfolds as we edge over the giant concrete-and-steel suspension bridge, the wide walkways are packed with humanity. The taxi disgorges us and as we step back into the citys heat we are swamped by a seething mass of humanity: it seems that most of Bangkok has decided to come to Rama VIII Bridge this evening. Chasing down the side of the bridge the wide access road is packed with stalls selling food, clothes and accessories - as well as a mass of people, meaning progress to the river side is a slow, slow shuffle. As the giant bridge arches upwards and the path slopes downwards a huge apron opens out under this vast bridge and as far as one can see it is a sea of people. Its hard to accurately describe but tonight there is a massive party going on under this bridge, in its bowls and it feels as if the whole city is slowly revolving around the dance floor. Its slow progress, there is a stage with singers and bands, a giantscreen TV and umpteen stalls selling food and merchandise, fairground carousels, even kids performing on BMXs, as well as bright neon fairground lights that all add to the party atmosphere.
At a snails pace we edge our way finally to the waters edge, where hundreds of people are lighting Krathongs and consigning them to the dark waters shadowed further below the sweeping concrete span of the bridge. People are lost in their own thoughts, each absorbed in an individual scenario, lovers hold hands, families are wrapped together, young people joke, and a few kids splash into the waters, while a swathe of Krathongs bob up and down on the water, just small shadows now once their flame is extinguished.
Next to the bridge is a waterfront park and this is a hive of activity, and again a flowing mass of people. The highlight is the long rows of fantastically ornate Krathongs, often taller than a person, that have obviously been the product of many, many man hours of work. Amazing intricacy and detailed, soon though these works of art, which are being judged to find a winner, will be consigned to the Chao Phraya. As well as these works there are elaborate booths, dressed like opulent four poster beds where Krathongs are being crafted, other decorative works of art litter the front and another stage features shows, from traditionally dressed ladies to pop singers. Meanwhile in the river half a dozen lavishly decorated boats are moored, they came up the river earlier to denote the start of festivities.
Eventually with the clock ticking to 11:00 PM it is time to go home, the party though shows no sign of abating and the crowds are just as dense. Up a winding stairway onto the bridge and the elevation bring a fresh view of the scene below, a plethora of bight lights and an army of ant like figures. On the bridge, its an impressive sight with its towered concrete arches topped with lit up thrusting peaks and steel supports washed in light that fan up into the skies; meanwhile the crowds are just as thick and here the rails are lined with more people, setting off fireworks and another tradition, Khom Fai, floating lanterns that are launched into the dark skies.
Rama VIII Bridge cablestayed bridge crossing the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok, Thailand
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Rama VIII Bridge cablestayed bridge crossing the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok, Thailand
UNIQUE THAI NIGHT MARKET UNDER A BRIDGE | Bangkok, Thailand
I stumbled across this unique Thai night market under a bridge in Bangkok, Thailand, whilst I was wandering around Victory, Monument.
This unique Thai night market under this bridge here is mainly full of restaurants. There are a handful of clothing stores here and there, but this place is predominantly for eating.
The local said this place gets busy in the evening (hence night market) when people come home from work. I bet the atmosphere here would be amazing when it's packed.
Be sure to check it out, if you want a different type of experience in Bangkok, Thailand. It's not often that you can say, you've eaten under a bridge before and this is the best place to experience such a thing.
THAI NIGHT MARKET UNDER A BRIDGE, Bangkok, Thailand
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Loi Krathong @ Rama VIII Bridge, Bangkok, 2009 (I)
The second part of the evening, which is involving cramming a lot of Thai tradition into a hectic few hours, involves jumping a taxi to the other end of the Chao Phraya River in the city, in effect cutting across one of the huge lazy sweeps of the giant curves that this river makes as it slowly winds its way through the city on the final leg of its long and almost-complete journey to the sea. I am informed that the place to be tonight is at the Rama VIII bridge, its where everything is happening so my rapid Bangkok culture-cram draws me in this direction. The city is in gridlocked mode as ever this evening, even more so with the festival taking place, but in fits and starts and a few shortcuts we head towards the impressive Rama VIII road bridge that is one of the key arteries between the city and Thonburi on the opposite shore, which itself has grown to rival Bangkok as a sprawling metropolis. The first real sign of the scene that awaits us unfolds as we edge over the giant concrete-and-steel suspension bridge, the wide walkways are packed with humanity. The taxi disgorges us and as we step back into the citys heat we are swamped by a seething mass of humanity: it seems that most of Bangkok has decided to come to Rama VIII Bridge this evening. Chasing down the side of the bridge the wide access road is packed with stalls selling food, clothes and accessories - as well as a mass of people, meaning progress to the river side is a slow, slow shuffle. As the giant bridge arches upwards and the path slopes downwards a huge apron opens out under this vast bridge and as far as one can see it is a sea of people. Its hard to accurately describe but tonight there is a massive party going on under this bridge, in its bowls and it feels as if the whole city is slowly revolving around the dance floor. Its slow progress, there is a stage with singers and bands, a giantscreen TV and umpteen stalls selling food and merchandise, fairground carousels, even kids performing on BMXs, as well as bright neon fairground lights that all add to the party atmosphere.
At a snails pace we edge our way finally to the waters edge, where hundreds of people are lighting Krathongs and consigning them to the dark waters shadowed further below the sweeping concrete span of the bridge. People are lost in their own thoughts, each absorbed in an individual scenario, lovers hold hands, families are wrapped together, young people joke, and a few kids splash into the waters, while a swathe of Krathongs bob up and down on the water, just small shadows now once their flame is extinguished.
Next to the bridge is a waterfront park and this is a hive of activity, and again a flowing mass of people. The highlight is the long rows of fantastically ornate Krathongs, often taller than a person, that have obviously been the product of many, many man hours of work. Amazing intricacy and detailed, soon though these works of art, which are being judged to find a winner, will be consigned to the Chao Phraya. As well as these works there are elaborate booths, dressed like opulent four poster beds where Krathongs are being crafted, other decorative works of art litter the front and another stage features shows, from traditionally dressed ladies to pop singers. Meanwhile in the river half a dozen lavishly decorated boats are moored, they came up the river earlier to denote the start of festivities.
Eventually with the clock ticking to 11:00 PM it is time to go home, the party though shows no sign of abating and the crowds are just as dense. Up a winding stairway onto the bridge and the elevation bring a fresh view of the scene below, a plethora of bight lights and an army of ant like figures. On the bridge, its an impressive sight with its towered concrete arches topped with lit up thrusting peaks and steel supports washed in light that fan up into the skies; meanwhile the crowds are just as thick and here the rails are lined with more people, setting off fireworks and another tradition, Khom Fai, floating lanterns that are launched into the dark skies.
Rama VIII Bridge, Bangkok.
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Rama VIII bridge at Bangkok by Helicopter
Flying over the Rama VIII brigde, Chao Phraya River, at Bangkok with a Robinson R44 helicopter.
Rama VIII bridge & Bank of Thailand, 360° view
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