The Longjin Wind-rain Bridge features ancient architectural styles in Huaihua, Hunan Province. /CNSPHOTO
Built in 1591, this versatile bridge in Huaihua has served as a gathering point from ancient to modern times, Hunan Province. /CNSPHOTO
A photo shows the interior view of the Longjin Wind-rain Bridge featuring many shops in Huaihua, Hunan Province. /CNSPHOTO
A visitor walks by the Longjin Wind-rain Bridge in Huaihua, Hunan Province. /CNSPHOTO
Longjin Wind-rain Bridge is a long sheltered bridge made of wood located in the city of Huaihua, Hunan Province. Built in 1591, this work of architecture is a combination of a long bridge and a main corridor covered by several pavilions and was a popular place for ancient Chinese merchants to do business. Now, after several phases of renovation work, the wooden structure retains its grandeur to extend 146.7 meters over the river.