Fangsheng Bridge
Xinfeng Road, Zhujiajiao Town, Qingpu District, Shanghai, China
Description:
Fangsheng Bridge is a historical landmark of Shanghai Kinpu District. It is the longest and highest stone bridge not only in Kinpu, but also in Shanghai.
An arched stone bridge with five holes connects the banks of the Chaogang River. It was built in 1571 during the Ming Dynasty. The length of the bridge is 17.4 meters, and the width is 2 meters.
There are also stone sculptures on the bridge. This is the Dragon Gate stone, where dragons surrounded shiny pearls are engraved. At the top of the bridge are 4 stone lions, depicted quite realistically.