🚀 China just pulled off another engineering marvel! The Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link in Guangdong Province is officially open, and it's set to transform travel in the region. Starting from 3 p.m. on Sunday, this mega-structure will welcome travelers, cutting the journey between Zhongshan and Shenzhen from a whopping two hours to just 30 minutes! 😲
Stretching 24 kilometers, the link begins at the Shenzhen airport interchange and connects seamlessly with Ma'anshan Island in Zhongshan, crossing the famous Pearl River. But this isn't just any bridge—it’s a combination of an underwater tunnel, two bridges, and two artificial islands! 🌉🏝️🌊 Talk about engineering goals!
What's even more impressive? This project has snagged 10 world records! 🏆 It's one of the most complex cross-sea cluster projects ever built, showcasing China's commitment to pushing the boundaries of what's possible.
As a core transportation artery in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, this link is being dubbed the \"transportation backbone\" of the region. It plays a vital role in connecting urban centers on both sides of the Pearl River Estuary, making commutes and transportation smoother than ever. 🚌💨
Positioned about 30 kilometers north of the Humen Bridge and 31 kilometers south of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge, the Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link completes a crucial piece of the puzzle in the national expressway network G2518. 🌐 It bridges vital transportation routes, enhancing the connectivity within the Greater Bay Area.
According to Deng Xiaohua, head of Guangdong Provincial Communications Group, this link, together with existing structures like the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge, will form a network of cross-sea and cross-river passages. \"It's all about boosting connectivity of the city cluster,\" he said. 🚗🚅
For travel enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, and anyone curious about monumental feats of engineering, this is a game-changer! Whether you're planning your next adventure or just love hearing about amazing projects, the Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link is definitely something to get excited about! 🌟
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Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link opens to traffic with 10 world records
cgtn.com
