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Yongtong Bridge [sootrip.com] |
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- Location: Zhaoxian County, Hebei Province
The Yongtong Bridge (永通橋), also known as Small Stone Bridge, lies across the Qingshui River to the west of Zhaoxian County, Hebei Province. First built during the Mingchang reign (1190-1195) during the Jin Dynasty, Yongtong Bridge consists of 21 arch stones, arrayed lengthwise.
On the body of the bridge and the balustrades there are many beautiful and vivid carvings in the relief such as River Spirits, flying horses and swimming fish. Many scholars inspired by the beauty and elegance of the bridge have left inscriptions here.
Travel tips:
- Hours: all day long
- Admission: free
- How to get there: take taxi