Chengyang Wind and Rain Bridge - One of the Four Historic Bridges in the World

Chengyang Yongji Bridge is a typical Dong minority building, mainly made of wood and stone. Its architectural feature is that the whole bridge does not need to be riveted. All sizes of wood anastomose perfectly, connected by tenons. All structures, inclined in straight sets and crisscross without the least difference. The pavilion on the bridge has both the architectural features of pole and fence from the ancient Baiyue nationality, and the craftsmanship of the Han nationality palace.

In Chengyang Yongji Bridge, the method of "adding wood on top and passing it out layer by layer" and the upper wood structure playing a solid role of consolidation on the fulcrum of the composite beam below can not only get a larger span, but also increase the bearing capacity and the height of the bridge deck. The five pavilions are not only for the consideration of art and function, but also play a role in gravity balance. The overall design is consistent with the principle of mechanics.

Pavilions on Chengyang Bridge: The bridge has 5 bridge pavilions and 19 bridge corridors. The pavilion rises upward layer upon layer. With flying eaves, bridges, pavilions and corridors integrated, just like a corridor type high-rise pavilion. The pavilion in the center is a 4-storey hexagonal pagoda style pavilion; The east and west two adjacent pavilions are the 4-story 4-corner pagoda style pavilion, with multiple eaves and pinnacles; The east and west pier pavilions are 4-floor palace style pavilions, with multiple gable and hip roofs. The 5 elegant pavilions combine the 3 basic shapes of drum tower of Dong nationality, reflecting the exchange and integration of ancient Baiyue stilt style architecture and Han palace style architecture.

Travel to Chengyang Bridge with China Discovery

To arrive at Chengyang Bridge without any worry, it is highly recommended to book a private tour package covering local private car services. So, the local guide and driver of China Discovery can take you to Chengyang Eight Villages Scenic Area with the comfortable private vehicle with convenience and speed, and help you arrange the special Dong Banquet, the accommodation and check in at the hotel. If you are interested, please book a private tour package with us which covers sightseeing, dining and transfer, etc. Our local tour guide and driver will take care of all the details!

Location: County Road 631, Sanjiang Dong Autonomous County, Liuzhou City (柳州市三江侗族自治县631县道附近)
Covering an area of 12.5 square kilometers, Chengyang Eight Village (Chengyang Bazhai) Scenic Area is the largest tourist attraction in Sanjiang County and one of the first batch of village landscapes in China. It consists of eight natural villages, so it is commonly known as "Chengyang Eight Villages". The core scenic spots include Chengyang Yongji Bridge (Chengyang Wind and Rain Bridge), Helong Bridge (合龙桥), Puxiu Bridge (普修桥) and Wanshou Bridge (万寿桥) etc., ancient water wheel groups, typical stilted buildings of Dong nationality and countless magical drum towers.

Location: Duoye Square, No. 19 Dongxiang Avenue, Sanjiang Dong Autonomous County, Liuzhou City (柳州市三江侗族自治县侗乡大道19号多耶广场旁)
Drum Tower is the symbol and soul of Dong village. Sanjiang Drum Tower is praised as the No.1 drum tower in Dong township. The drum tower is 42.6 meters high, with a total of 60 pillars touching the ground, covering an area of 600 square meters. The drum Tower has a total of 27 tile eaves. Besides the top two floors, the remaining 25 layers of tile surface are evenly separated and compressed. Climb to the viewing platform of the Drum Tower, you can have a panoramic view of Sanjiang County.

Generally speaking, it only takes you 0.5~1 day to enjoy the essence of Dong minority in Sanjiang County, taking half a day to visit the Chengyang Wind and Rain Bridge and idyllic Chengyang Eight Villages, trying the Dong banquet at noon and then pay a visit to the “No.1 Drum Tower” - Sanjiang Drum Tower.

Before or after Sanjiang day tour, many travelers prefer to spend 3~5 days admiring the best Karst river and mountain landscapes in Guilin and Yangshuo, enjoying the idyllic scenes of layered rice terraces in Longsheng County.

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For travelers who are interested in the diverse minorities in China and would like to explore more, Guizhou Province (3~6 Days) and Yunnan Province (4~6 Days) would be perfect destinations for your next stop.

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