Guanyin Bridge (Qixian Bridge)
观音桥
A single-arch stone bridge built in the Dazhong Xiangfu era of the Northern Song that spans a deep ravine; a key national cultural heritage site.
Guanyin Bridge was originally called Qixian Bridge and was built in the seventh year of the Dazhong Xiangfu era of the Northern Song (1014). More than a hundred granite blocks were fitted together with mortise-and-tenon joints to form a single arch about 20 m across that spans the deep Sanxia Ravine. Below the bridge, the swift current has carved a deep pool called the “Golden Well.” The inscriptions on the bridge survive to this day, and it is one of the oldest surviving stone arch bridges in China. Nearby are the ruins of Qixian Temple and the valley trails of the Guanyin Bridge scenic area. Admission is about 30 yuan (check on site). The bridge lies on the south foot of Lushan, about 10 km from the White Deer Grotto Academy, and is reached by car or hired vehicle.
Opening hours
About 08:00–17:30
Nearby sights
- Wulao Peak (Five Old Men Peak)
- White Deer Grotto Academy
- Hanpokou (Hanpo Pass)
- Lushan Botanical Garden
- Xiufeng Scenic Area
- Lushan Museum & Lulin Lake
- Sandiequan (Three-Step Waterfall)
- Lushan Conference Site