Dragon Bridge

There are only two simple methods for successfully creating a stunning, enduring bridge. One is meticulously putting it all together with the assistance of the building crew over the course of the following few years after carefully examining the geography and weather of the area, performing certain calculations using sophisticated architectural principles. The other involves erecting a massive, fire-breathing dragon on a typical bridge.

When they launched the Dragon Bridge back in 2013, officials in the Vietnamese city of Da Nang showed that they obviously believed in the latter. Dragon Bridge links Da Nang Airport with other important highways in the city and was constructed to commemorate the 38th anniversary of Da Nang's liberation during the Vietnam War. For special events, the dragon, which spans almost the entire length of the bridge, is equipped with over 2,500 LED lights and has what appears to be a massive, custom-built flamethrower at its mouth.

• Total length: 666 metres (2,185 ft)
• Designer: Ammann & Whitney

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Location: 366G+FGG, Phuoc Ninh, Hai Chau, Da Nang 550000, Vietnam