Lai Chi Kok Bridge, Road bridge in Sham Shui Po District, Hong Kong.
Lai Chi Kok Bridge is a road viaduct spanning Sham Shui Po District, with 29 supporting sections and 6 lanes for vehicles plus pedestrian paths on both sides. The structure extends approximately 800 meters and serves as a major traffic corridor connecting different neighborhoods.
The bridge opened in 1968 and represented a major step in Hong Kong's infrastructure development during a period of rapid growth. Its construction improved connections between Kowloon and the western parts of the city.
The bridge links the Mei Foo Sun Chuen residential area, where local markets and gathering spots have developed in the spaces beneath its arches. These places form part of daily life for residents and workers in the neighborhood.
Pedestrians have wide walkways on both sides, though crossing can take time during peak traffic hours. It is best to cross during daylight since nighttime can be busier and more chaotic with heavy vehicle movement.
The bridge was built across what was once Lai Chi Kok Bay, where water used to flow. Today parks and public green spaces occupy the land beneath it, showing how the city transformed its harbor areas through land reclamation.
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