The Bhumibol Bridge, also known as the Industrial Ring Road Bridge, is a prominent bridge in Thailand. It is named after King Bhumibol Adulyadej, also known as King Rama IX, who reigned as the monarch of Thailand from 1946 until his death in 2016. The bridge is located in the Samut Prakan Province, which is part of the Bangkok metropolitan area.
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There are actually two bridges that make up the Bhumibol Bridge complex:
1. Bhumibol Bridge 1
This bridge, officially named the "Bhumibol Bridge," is a cable-stayed bridge that spans the Chao Phraya River. It was opened in 2003 and is one of the longest cable-stayed bridges in the world, with a main span of 702 meters. It plays a crucial role in the transportation network of Bangkok and its surrounding areas.
2. Bhumibol Bridge 2
This bridge, also known as the "Industrial Ring Road Bridge," runs parallel to the first bridge. It was opened in 2006 and serves as an extension of the Bangkok Industrial Ring Road. Bhumibol Bridge 2 is primarily used for highway traffic and provides an additional transportation route in the region.
Both bridges are named in honor of King Bhumibol Adulyadej, who was highly respected and revered by the Thai people during his long reign. The Bhumibol Bridge complex has become an iconic landmark in Thailand and an important part of the country's transportation infrastructure.