Shantou Bay Bridge, Suspension bridge in Shantou, China.
Shantou Bay Bridge is a prestressed concrete suspension bridge, the first large one of its kind in mainland China, designed by the Bridge Bureau of the Ministry of Railways. Its 2.42 km length carries the G15 Shenyang–Haikou Expressway across Shantou Bay, linking Longhu District in the north with Haojiang District in the south. The main span measures 452 metres.
The project started in the early 1990s and was completed after several years of construction to improve traffic between districts. After opening, it became part of a larger highway system connecting the region.
The bridge represents a connection between two parts of the city and has become a landmark that locals photograph during sunset. Many residents cross it daily as part of their routine, making it woven into the fabric of their everyday journeys.
The bridge is part of a major highway and experiences heavy traffic during peak hours, so allow extra time if crossing during those periods. The best times to drive across are early morning or late afternoon when traffic flows more smoothly.
The bridge is nicknamed "The Goddess of Bridges". It was the first large prestressed concrete suspension bridge on the Chinese mainland, designed by the Bridge Bureau of the Ministry of Railways and opened on 28 December 1995.
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