Miedu bridge

Miedu Bridge is a stone bridge in Suzhou featuring traditional Chinese design with curved ramps on both sides and stone railings. The structure crosses a waterway and preserves its original proportions and architectural details from its period of construction.

Built around 1300 during a period of commercial expansion in Jiangsu Province, the bridge served as a vital link for trade along regional waterways. It stands as evidence of how infrastructure development supported the economic growth of that era.

The name reflects its historical role as a crossing point, and the structure is recognized as a protected cultural monument at provincial level. Visitors can observe the quality of the stonework and how the bridge continues to serve as a meeting point in the waterway landscape of the old city.

The bridge is located in Suzhou's historic district and is accessible by local transportation. It is best visited during daylight hours when the stone details and water reflections are clearly visible.

The bridge displays precise stonemasonry techniques from the 14th century, with each stone individually shaped and carefully positioned. These methods allowed craftsmen to create a stable structure without modern bonding materials.