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culture 15d ago Pingnan

Ancient Chinese Bridge Restoration Uses Original Materials

The Wan'an Bridge, built during the Northern Song Dynasty, is a wooden covered bridge located in Fujian province. The Wan'an Bridge, with a restoration history dating back to the Song Dynasty, underwent partial repairs in 2014. The Wan'an Bridge's restoration adheres to the principle of 'repairing the old as the old.' Local government hired surveying units to create precise drawings and designs of the bridge using computer-aided design software before construction. The ancient Zhaozhou Bridge is undergoing extensive restoration. The project aims to use original materials in its repair, highlighting the historical significance of the structure. The Zhaozhou Bridge, built in the 11th century, is undergoing extensive restoration. The bridge's construction reflects a blend of Eastern and Western civilizations in architecture and art.
CNR Voice of China