Dream Jiangnan Series: Ancient Bridges of Jiangnan

Author: Wang Jiaju wrote, Zhang Xichang took photos
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Publish Date: 2004-01-01
Features: Travel enthusiasts in today's society are no longer satisfied with just sightseeing. The continuous enhancement of cultural depth has become their new pursuit. Self-guided tours and themed specialty tours are increasingly popular among many of them, especially the younger generation. This series of books is a new attempt to meet their needs. The first batch of this series introduces six types, covering memorial archways, ancient stages, ancient bridges, old houses, ancestral halls, and ancient pavilions in Jiangnan. This book provides a dedicated introduction to ancient bridges, a representative architectural style of Jiangnan. It first introduces the long history and diverse styles of ancient bridges, then showcases the "masterpieces" among them. The author also introduces famous bridges in various parts of Jiangnan from different perspectives. Ancient bridges can adorn scenic landscapes, complement garden pavilions and ponds, serve as the backbone of water towns, act as hubs for commercial centers, represent the lifelines of social customs, and embody the heritage of literary and refined pursuits, as well as the grandeur of couplets and inscriptions. Ancient bridges record the vicissitudes of history and witness the changes of human affairs. They not only adorn lakes, mountains, fields, and streets but also adorn the hearts of people.