Junhui Bridge Introduction
"Luh Bridge Across the Waves" - One of the Eight Scenic Spots of Zhu Luo in the past. After heavy rains, the river water surges, and the waves on both sides are tumultuous, resembling a stampede of thousands of horses, which is spectacular. Thus, "Luh Bridge Across the Waves" became one of the Eight Scenic Spots of Zhu Luo, as designated after World War II (in 1948). After the completion of White Egret Bridge, it not only facilitated the transportation for residents on both banks but also gradually became the main bridge for traffic from Chiayi City to Alishan, with a rapid increase in pedestrian and vehicle crossings. The Origin of the Name "Junhui Bridge" Later, White Egret Bridge was destroyed during the flood disaster on August 7, 1959 (commonly known as the 87 Flood). The reconstruction work was carried out by the soldiers stationed there at that time. Finally, the bridge was completed and opened to traffic in 1960. To commemorate the hard work of the soldiers, White Egret Bridge was renamed "Junhui Bridge," which is the origin of its name. Reference: Chiayi County Chronicle - Volume One: Land Records, Chiayi City Literature Issue No. 8 - Introduction to the Eight Zhang Creek Yidu Stele Area, Historical Encyclopedia. In 1933 (during the Japanese colonial period), the Chiayi City Office constructed a new cement bridge here, measuring over 500 feet in length and more than 70 feet high, with railings on both sides and the entire bridge body painted in white-gray. From a distance, it looked like a group of white egrets flying in orderly lines over the water's surface, hence it was named "White Egret Bridge" (also known as Guo Luh Bridge). Current Status: The original cement bridge has been destroyed and is now Junhui Bridge.
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