Shenzhen Bay Bridge, Cable-stayed bridge in Nanshan District, China.
Shenzhen Bay Bridge is a cable-stayed bridge that spans Shenzhen Bay, connecting mainland China with Hong Kong. It has six traffic lanes and houses a joint border control facility near its midpoint.
The bridge opened on July 1, 2007, marking the tenth anniversary of Hong Kong's return to China. It represented a major infrastructure step to strengthen the link between mainland and Hong Kong.
The bridge represents a link between two separate administrative regions and enables exchange between mainland and Hong Kong residents. It shapes daily life for people who regularly travel between both sides.
The joint border control works so travelers complete both clearances in a single building, simplifying the crossing. It helps to keep necessary documents ready and prepare for longer wait times during peak hours.
The bridge uses facial recognition technology that allows vehicles to pass through border checkpoints without passengers leaving their cars. This innovation makes crossing faster and more convenient than traditional border crossings.
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