Pridi-Thamrong Bridge, Road bridge in Ayutthaya Province, Thailand.
The Pridi-Thamrong Bridge crosses the Pa Sak River with a concrete structure about 169 meters long, carrying two lanes of National Highway 309. It connects the outer and inner areas of Ayutthaya Island.
Construction began in 1940 under Field Marshal Plaek Phibunsongkhram and was completed in 1943. The completion reflected Thailand's infrastructure development efforts during this important period of modernization.
The bridge carries the names of two important Thai figures, Pridi Banomyong and Luang Thamrongnawasawat, reflecting their significance in shaping the nation. Locals recognize these names as symbols of leadership and progress in Thai society.
The crossing is accessible daily for cars, motorcycles, and pedestrians, serving as a key route for travelers crossing Ayutthaya Island. Visitors should expect regular traffic, especially during peak hours.
Near the bridge stands Wat Phichai temple, a site with particular significance to Ayutthaya's past. A leader named Phraya Tak used this location as an escape route during the Burmese invasion in 1767.
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