It is said to be the longest and oldest teakwood bridge in the world.

U Beins bridge is supported by more than 1,000 pillars and thousands of wooden planks.

Amarapura was founded in May 1783 as the capital of the Konbaung Dynasty.

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Unwanted wood from the palace and temples went into building of the bridge.

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The best time to visit U Bein Bridge is in the afternoon.

The view of sunset from and around the bridge is perhaps the most beautiful scene around Mandalay.

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The weather is also cooler and more comfortable, with a cool light breeze blowing over the serene lake.

Sources:Travel2photograph,Wikipedia,Myanmarburma

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