Broken Bridge



The Broken Bridge is a bridge in Dandong, China crossing the Yalu River. Originally constructed by the Japanese during the occupation of Manchuria, the bridge was bombed by American forces during the Korean War, destroying the Korean half; resultantly, only half the bridge remains.

Since the war, the bridge has been made into as a tourist attraction and memorial for the conflict, with the damaged parts converted for civilian use. Travellers, on buying a ticket, may walk up the bridge and gaze across at Sinuiju over the river. On the bridge, numerous Chinese traders sell fake North Korean memorabilia, including false Kim Jong Il badges and fake North Korean money.

Upon exit of the bridge facility, there is an official gift shop selling genuine goods imported from North Korea.