Hangang and Banpo Bridge Live Cam

A major bridge in downtown Seoul over the Han River



History

The Banpo Bridge, also known as the Banpo Hangang Bridge, is a major landmark in Seoul, South Korea. It is a two-tier bridge that spans the Han River, connecting the districts of Seocho and Yongsan. The bridge is renowned for its impressive architectural design and the Banpo Moonlight Rainbow Fountain, which is the world's longest bridge fountain.

The construction of the Banpo Bridge began in 1980, and it was completed and opened to the public in 1982. The bridge was designed to ease the traffic congestion in the city and provide a direct route between the southern and central parts of Seoul. It measures approximately 1.4 kilometers (0.9 miles) in length and has a width of 24 meters (79 feet).