Chao Phraya River

The Chao Phraya River (Thai: แม่น้ำเจ้าพระยา) pronounced mâe náam jâo prá-yaa, is a major river in Thailand and runs through Bangkok eventually flowing into the Gulf of Thailand. In Bangkok it is a major transport route for barges and commuter lines.

River Chao Phraya viewed from Rama 8 Bridge

Starting upstream, notable bridges that cross the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok include:

  • Rama 7 Bridge
  • Rama 6 Bridge
  • Krung Thon Bridge
  • Rama 8 Bridge
  • Phra Pinklao Bridge
  • Memorial Bridge (Phut Bridge)
  • Taksin Bridge
  • Krung Thep Bridge
  • Rama 9 Bridge
  • Bhumibol Bridge (Industrial Ring Road Bridge, or Mega Bridge)

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