Don't miss the ancient bridges in Zhangjiagang
(chinadaily.com.cn)
Updated:2020-12-21
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Beixin Bridge
Beixin Bridge, also known as Huanlong Bridge, is the oldest surviving bridge in Zhangjiagang. [Photo/zjgonline.com.cn]
Beixin Bridge, also known as Huanlong Bridge, is the oldest surviving bridge in Zhangjiagang. The bridge is a stone arch with a single hole 19 m in length, 2 m in width, and 7 m in height.
The bridge was built during the reign of Xuande (1426-1435) during the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), and its south side features carvings of dragon and lion heads.
