A double decked road and rail over Wuhan’s Yangtze River, central China this great Bridge was the Yangtze’s easternmost crossing at the time its was built in 1972. Fondly known as the First Bridge of the Yangtze, Extending from the Turtle Hill of the Nothern bank to the Snake hill on Yangtze’s southern bank the bridge extends 1.6 kilometers. After a number of surveys to identifiable a suitable, economical option, the bridges actual construction took place in 1950. With a four lane automobile highway on the upper level and a double track railway on eth lower level the bridge is an engineering splendor.
Although numerous delays in planning and engineering delayed the original plan, the bridge was open to the delighted public in 1972 providing an easy and safe method for transportation of goods between trading hubs such as Hong Kong and Guangzhou. To observe this splendid construction and the humongous Yangtze, you are able to climb the 7 story bridge tower by the elevator. An exquisite reflection of Chinese architectural features the bridge has sculptures along each side from old Chinese folk tales. You will marvel at the fine sculptures such as a peacock spreading its lovely feathers and the magpie singing on a blossom tree.
The most populous city in central China Wuhan is a major transportation hub and has a 3500 year old history. With so much to see from 7 bridges that now run across the Yangtze bridge and other monuments such as the Yellow crane tower and the East Lake Wuhan is an exciting city to Explore.
Citadines Zhuankou Wuhan is an ideal choice in Wuhan accommodation, strategically near major attractions such as the Guiyan Buddhist temple and the Yellow Crane Tower. These Serviced apartments Wuhan provides casual self-catering accommodation facilities along with 24 hour security, wireless internet and recreational facilities such as gymnasiums and spas.
With so much to see from culture, to architecture and ancient history Wuhan is a great place to discover on your eastern adventure.
