Dragon Bridge
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A 666-metre bridge across the Han River shaped like a steel dragon. It breathes fire and spouts water at 9:00 pm on Friday to Sunday nights and is a landmark of Da Nang.
Dragon Bridge opened in 2013 to mark the 38th anniversary of Da Nang's liberation. It spans 666 metres, and its steel dragon-shaped arches change colour under LED lights at night, making it Da Nang's most recognisable landmark. On Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings and on public holidays at 9:00 pm, the dragon's head breathes fire nine times and then sprays water three times. The show lasts about 10 minutes, and motor vehicles are closed off from the bridge during this time. The best place to watch the fire is the riverbank on the north side of the bridge's east end, on the side of the dragon's head, which faces east, near the Love Bridge and the carp-transforming-into-dragon sculpture. Arrive 20 to 30 minutes early to secure a spot, and be prepared to get wet if you stand on the water-spray side. Nearby you can visit the Love Lock Bridge, Son Tra Night Market (Sơn Trà) and Han Market. Riverboats also offer about 30-minute trips for a view of the bridge from the water, costing about 150,000 VND. Dragon Bridge is about 2 km from My Khe Beach, an easy walk or taxi ride. The Bach Dang riverside road is good for walking and photographing the night views of both banks of the Han River. During the Da Nang International Fireworks Festival (DIFF) each June, the river around Dragon Bridge is the main viewing area.
Opening hours
Open all day (fire and water show: Fri–Sun 21:00)
Nearby sights
- Museum of Cham Sculpture
- Da Nang Cathedral
- Han Market
- Han River Bridge
- Con Market
- Asia Park / Sun World Danang Wonders
- My Khe Beach
- Non Nuoc Beach