Anping Bridge, Stone bridge in Shuitou, China
The Anping Bridge spans 2070 meters across the Shijing River estuary, connecting the towns of Anhai and Shuitou through 331 granite spans.
Construction of this Song Dynasty bridge started in 1138 and finished in 1151, making it the longest bridge in China until 1905.
The structure features the Shuixin Pavilion, the last remaining of five original rest stops that provided shelter for travelers crossing the waterway.
Modern visitors can cross this granite passageway by foot or bicycle while observing the surrounding wetlands formed by river silt accumulation.
The bridge contains massive granite beams weighing up to 25 tons each, demonstrating the advanced engineering capabilities of 12th-century Chinese builders.
Location: Shuitou
GPS coordinates: 24.70993,118.44302
Latest update: March 9, 2025 12:28
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