Jiaxian Bridge

The Jiaxian Bridge () is an arch bridge in Jiaxian District, Kaohsiung, Taiwan. It crosses the Qishan River.

History In August2009, the original bridge was torn down by Typhoon Morakot. Soon afterwards, the bridge was reconstructed and was officially opened in June2010 in a ceremony attended by President Ma Ying-jeou and Kaohsiung County Magistrate Yang Chiu-hsing.

Architecture The bridge is an arch bridge with a sculpture of taro located at the bridgehead. It is painted with light purple color. It spans over a length of 300meters and a width of 21meters. It was constructed with a cost of NT$560 million.

Transportation The bridge is part of Southern Cross-Island Highway.

See also List of bridges in Taiwan

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