Nanjing Yangtze River Bridge
Nanjing Yangtze River Bridge, Bridge in Nanjing, China
The Nanjing Yangtze River Bridge is a double-decked road-rail truss bridge across the Yangtze River.
Opened on December 29, 1968, it was the first heavy bridge designed and built by Chinese without foreign assistance.
The bridge has been a symbol of Chinese national pride and resilience.
It serves as a major transportation link between the northern and southern parts of China.
The bridge is adorned with sculptures and reliefs reflecting the triumph of the Chinese revolution.
Location: Nanjing
Inception: 1968
Official opening: September 30, 1968
Length: 6,772 m
Longest Span: 160 m
Material: steel
Source: Wikimedia