Spanning the Jin River between Quanzhou and Jinjiang in Fujian, China, the Jinjiang Bridge (also known as the Jin River Bridge) is an impressive piece of modern infrastructure worth admiring on your regional travels. Rising approximately 132.125 meters (433.48 feet) into the sky, this massive cable-stayed bridge showcases striking engineering against the surrounding river landscape.
The bridge spans a total length of 2,740 meters (8,990 feet) and boasts a width of 38 meters (125 feet), making its grand scale a memorable sight to take in as you explore the area. Officially launched as a major construction project on May 8, 2005, it was completed and opened for trial operation on October 24, 2008, following a total investment of roughly 880 million yuan.
Whether you are passing across the river or taking in views of its tall cable-stayed design, the bridge serves as a remarkable monument to the modern growth connecting Quanzhou and Jinjiang. It offers visitors a clear look at China's contemporary transport architecture set directly above the flowing waters of the historic Jin River.
What to see at Jinjiang Bridge
- Distinctive cable-stayed architectural design
- Stretches 2,740 meters (8,990 feet) long across the Jin River
- Reaches impressive heights of roughly 132.125 meters (433.48 feet)
- Spans 38 meters (125 feet) in width
- Historical 880-million-yuan infrastructure project completed in 2008
Visiting tips
Plan your route across the Jin River between Quanzhou and Jinjiang to admire this modern 2,740-meter cable-stayed structure firsthand.
How long: 30-60 minutes · Best time: Daytime
How to get there & what’s nearby
Jinjiang Bridge is easy to reach on Quanzhou’s public transport, and pairs naturally with Qingjing Mosque and Quanzhou Overseas Relations Museum. For where to stay, the weather and full itineraries, see our Quanzhou travel guide.
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