Yanghwa Bridge, Road bridge in Seoul, South Korea
Yanghwa Bridge is a steel and concrete road bridge spanning 1.94 kilometers (1.2 miles) across the Han River, linking Mapo and Yeongdeungpo districts. The structure includes dedicated lanes for cyclists and pedestrians alongside vehicle traffic, all sharing the crossing.
The bridge opened on January 25, 1965, when Seoul was expanding rapidly and needed better infrastructure to connect developing areas. Its construction was part of the broader effort to link separated neighborhoods across the Han River during this growth period.
The name Yanghwa comes from Korean words meaning "willow blossom," reflecting the natural setting of the Han River banks. Today, people walk and bike here regularly, using the bridge as a daily passage rather than just a route for cars.
Subway stations and multiple bus routes near both ends of the bridge make it easy to reach from different parts of the city. Walking or cycling during daylight hours gives you the best views of the surroundings and the river below.
From the bridge, you can watch water activities and boats passing underneath, offering a viewpoint many locals rarely notice during their daily commute. The perspective of looking down at the river's activities creates a moment of pause in an otherwise routine crossing.
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