There are beauties that do not lie in magnificence or luxury, but come from the rustic, simple essence of the countryside. If you have the chance to visit Phu Yen, you must spare a quiet moment to stop at Ong Cop Bridge (also known as Binh Thanh wooden bridge) - the longest wooden bridge in Vietnam spanning the peaceful Binh Ba River.
This structure is not only a route connecting An Ninh Tay Commune (Tuy An District) with Xuan Dai Ward (the northern side of Phu Yen Province), but it also preserves many memories and the resilience of the local people.
Things that make Ong Cop Wooden Bridge special:
Impressive length: The bridge is nearly 800m long with a deck width of about 1.5 - 1.8m, built entirely from rustic wood and bamboo.
Convenient location: It is only about 35 km north of Tuy Hoa city center and just a few hundred meters from National Highway 1A.
Historical & cultural mark: First built in 1998, the bridge's name is associated with the nearby Ong Cop temple. The bridge once stirred many hearts when it appeared poetically in the movie "Yellow Flowers on the Green Grass".
Enduring vitality: Every flood season, the bridge is shifted or partially washed away, but the people come together to rebuild it, maintaining the connection for joy.
Super adorable visiting cost: The toll is only about 4k/turn for a vehicle without a passenger, or 5k/person for visitors who want to walk across to take check-in photos.
Standing in the middle of the endless wooden bridge, listening to the sound of wooden planks clicking gently under your feet and watching the peaceful river scenery at sunset is an unforgettable poetic experience. If you have the chance to travel along the Central region, do not forget to stop by this simple landscape!
