Phan Fa Lilat Bridge (Thai: สะพานผ่านฟ้าลีลาศ ) is a cast iron bridge over the outer moat of the Banglamphu Canal. Located in front of Wat Ratchanatdaram, the bridge links two roads, Ratchadamnoen Klong Road and Ratchanoen Nok Avenue. It was rebuilt during the reign of King Rama V to follow Ratchadamnoen Avenue. The balustrades of Phan Fa Lilat Bridge is decorated with sunflower motif from cast iron. On the pillars of the bridge are sculptures like ancient war boats.
On either end of the bridge are carved marble columns. Although Phan Fa Lilat Bridge has been renovated a few times, it still retains its original elements. Today it is registered with the Fine Arts Department as a national heritage.
Getting there
Phan Fa Lilat Bridge connects Ratchadamnoen Klang Road and Ratchanoen Nok Avenue. As the Skytrain and Metro do not pass anywhere near here, the best way to reach this place by taxi. Be sure to visit the nearby sights as well.
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