One of the best ways to enjoy an entire river scene is to view it from the bridges that span this landscape feature. Tianjin is a city that captivates you through its breathtaking scenery and beautiful bridges; Jintang Bridge stands proudly as one of the best and the longest. Spanning a spectacular length of 26,540 metres the bridge connects Jintang Island to the Zhenhai, Ningbo. Combined with the architectural excellence this bridge offers some interesting engineering insights as the Jintang is the only bridge in China that displays the 3 bay rolling system and is a spectacular beauty when it opens out to let ships pass. If you are lucky you may even get to see one of these rare opportunities.
Originally built in the year 1906, the bridge still offers some interesting old time memoirs. On either end some fascinating statues and even models of military equipment can be found which are worthwhile to stop and admire. But the real marvel of this bridge can be savoured in the envelope of darkness when some spectacular light work illuminates the bridge making it a focal point with some rather dramatic fountains; a futuristic touch merged with the bridges old time feel. This bridge at night is a sure must not miss in the city of Tianjin.
The Jintang found at the gates of this ancient Chinese city is just one among the many spectacular bridges in the vicinity. The Stone Lion Forest Bridge, Beian Bridge and the Jiefang Bridge are some of the other bridges with their own stories to tell.
The city of Tianjn offers some spectacular tourist attractions in its environs ranging from the vibrant blossoms of Beining Park and the delicate beauty of the Porcelain House Museum to the city's biggest retail centre, the Tianjin Department Store. Not to be missed is the fascinating Ancient Culture Street which provides shopping options for visitors seeking jade, calligraphy, or clay figurines. This city will keep you occupied with activity all day long.
Seated in the heart of this city is one of the best
Tianjin hotels, the Raffles Tianjin providing one with easy access to some exotic destinations of the city making it a sought after
hotel in Tianjin.
