Shuiyuan Suspension Bridge Explained

Shuiyuan Suspension Bridge
Native Name:雙龍七彩吊橋
Native Name Lang:zh-tw
Locale:Xinyi, Nantou County, Taiwan
Design:suspension bridge
Length:342 meters
Clearance Below:110 meters
Cost:NT$60 million
Open:1 January 2020

The Shuiyuan Suspension Bridge or Shuanglong Rainbow Suspension Bridge is a suspension bridge in Xinyi Township, Nantou County, Taiwan.

History

The bridge was constructed at a cost of NT$60 million with funding from Nantou County Government, Sun Moon Lake National Scenic Area Administration, and Xinyi Township Office.[1] It was opened to the public on 1 January 2020.[2]

Architecture

The bridge features alternate different color for every 50 meters of its length.[2]

Technical specifications

The bridge spans over a length of 342 meters with 110 meters of clearance below it. It was constructed in parallel with the older bridge built earlier.[1]

Transportation

The bridge is accessible by bus from Shuili Station of Taiwan Railways Administration.[1]

See also

Notes and References

  1. News: Liao. George. 21 June 2020. Highest, longest suspension bridge in Taiwan now open. Taiwan News. 20 September 2022.
  2. Web site: Chen. Jake. 22 October 2019. Public Trespasses onto Incomplete Bridge for Selfies. PTS English News. 20 September 2022.