Liede Bridge

Welcome to the Liede Bridge, one of the most aesthetically significant and structurally unique spans across the Pearl River. Completed in twenty-oh-nine, this bridge was a critical component of the city's infrastructure overhaul…

We begin our journey on the northern bank of the river, in the historic Liede neighborhood. Liede was once a traditional Cantonese water village, with a history stretching back over eight hundred years. …

As we reach the middle of the river, we stand beneath the bridge’s true marvel: the single, central pylon. Rising one hundred and twenty-eight meters above the water, this massive steel and concrete structure is the sole support…

Radiating from the central pylon is the 'harp' of suspension cables. These high-tension steel ropes are what hold the entire road deck in place, using a self-anchored system where the cables are attached back into the deck itself…

The pedestrian deck of the Liede Bridge offers some of the most spectacular three-hundred-and-sixty-degree views in Guangzhou. To the west, you have an unobstructed view of the Canton Tower and the Haixin Bridge, with the sun…

As night falls, the Liede Bridge undergoes a dramatic transformation. Unlike the neon-colored displays of the Canton Tower, the lighting of Liede Bridge is traditionally more restrained and elegant. …

Finally, we must consider the bridge's resilience. Guangzhou is located in a region prone to powerful typhoons and extreme weather. …

Our tour of the Liede Bridge concludes as we reach the southern bank, but the connection we have experienced remains. This bridge is more than just a piece of infrastructure; it is a symbol of Guangzhou’s ability to link its past…