“This bridge holds a dark secret,” the tour guide whispered, his voice barely audible above the hum of traffic on Nonthaburi Bridge. “It’s named after a province, but locals often call it ‘Nuanchawee Bridge.'” The Nonthaburi Bridge, a steel giant spanning the Chao Phraya River, stood before us, connecting Nonthaburi to Pathum Thani. Completed in 1959, it was one of the first bridges to conquer the mighty river, a symbol of progress and connection. But that same year, the bridge witnessed a tragedy that would forever stain its name. A young woman, Nualchawee Petchrung, was murdered, her body thrown into the river. The case shocked the nation, and the bridge became an unwitting monument to the crime. Today, the Nonthaburi Bridge remains a vital artery for commuters and travelers. As you cross it, spare a thought for Nualchawee and the shadow her story cast upon this otherwise remarkable feat of engineering.
Garuda Museum
Behold the Garuda, a four-meter sculpture spreading its wings. This is the entrance to Southeast Asia’s one and only Garuda