Longjin Bridge in Panyu

Longjin Bridge in Panyu

Longjin Bridge in Panyu is a cultural relic protection unit of Guangzhou City.

Longjin Bridge is located in Dalin Village, a millennium-old ancient village in Shilou Town, Panyu District, Guangzhou. Built during the Kangxi era of the Qing Dynasty, it is an arched bridge with one pier and two spans, constructed from red conglomerate rock. The bridge piers feature relatively rare water-dividing ridges on both sides, which not only prevent boat collisions but also reduce the impact of water on the bridge structure, demonstrating scientific ingenuity. The railings of Longjin Bridge feature scrolling vine patterns in the Ming Dynasty style and motifs of the Eight Immortals’ hidden weapons. Among them, one railing slab on the western end of the northern side is engraved with the image of a Westerner kneeling and holding a tray as if making an offering, further highlighting the uniqueness of Dalin Village. Beside Longjin Bridge stands the Dakui Pavilion Tower, which was first built in the 10th year of the Guangxu reign during the Qing Dynasty. The over 20-meter-tall Dakui Pavilion Tower is a three-story hexagonal brick pagoda with a granite and white limestone base, and double-canted polished blue brick walls. It reflects the flourishing cultural atmosphere in Dalin Village at that time.

Longjin Bridge is an ancient bridge built during the Qing Kangxi era, constructed from red conglomerate rock. It has one pier and two spans, spanning across the Yudai River. Each side of the bridge deck is lined with 16 balusters and 15 railing slabs, carved with scrolling vine and Eight Immortals’ hidden weapon motifs. One of the slabs on the western end of the northern side features the image of a Westerner kneeling and holding a tray as if making an offering, adding to its uniqueness.

Dalin Village: Located northwest of Shilou Town, Panyu District, Guangzhou, beside Guokang Avenue, Dalin Village covers an area of approximately 3 square kilometers. It comprises 9 villager groups and 5 natural hamlets, with a total population of 2,406. The village has about 1,900 mu of arable land and an annual net income of around 2.4 million yuan.

Dalin Village is about 15 kilometers from downtown Guangzhou and approximately 3 kilometers from the center of Shilou Town, enjoying relatively convenient transportation and a superior geographical location. The village committee actively develops the local economy and has established the approximately 180-mu Poshan Industrial Zone to boost collective village economy and villagers' income. Dalin Village boasts beautiful scenery with lush mountains and clear waters... More details about Dalin Village++