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U Bein Bridge
Bridge in Amarapura Township, Myanmar
About U Bein Bridge
U Bein Bridge is a crossing that spans the Taungthaman Lake near Amarapura in Myanmar. The 1.2-kilometre (0.75 mi) bridge was built around 1850 and is believed to be the oldest and longest teakwood bridge in the world. Construction began when the capital of the Konbaung dynasty moved to Amarapura, and the bridge is named after Maung Bein who had it built. It is used as an important passageway for the local people and has also become a tourist attraction and, therefore, a significant source of income for souvenir sellers.
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U Bein Bridge is in Myanmar (Burma). The nearest city is Sagaing, about 8 km away.
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