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On today's Dulong River, modern steel cable suspension bridges and reinforced concrete highway bridges have long been built, but there are still many rattan net bridges across the entire Dulong River area. The soft and tough rattan bridge is still an important means of transportation for the Dulong people to come and go, and it still exudes its unique charm.
The rattan net bridge is pulled between two mountains in parallel by two rattans with thick bowl mouths. The long thin rattans are loosely connected between the thick rattans to form a drooping net structure. Long and short planks or bamboo pieces, a bridge is completed. Crossing the vine net bridge is very thrilling. Walking on the bridge, people will start to swing. Hands should alternately grasp the rattan nets on both sides, and the soles of the feet must not step on the air. The bridge deck is too narrow, so you have to pay attention to your feet from time to time. The torrential river is surging under the feet, and the whistling mountain wind is ringing in the ears, which is quite thrilling.
More than 50 years ago, an old man from Dulong River led the whole village to build the first rattan net bridge on the river. Since then, the natural moat has become a thoroughfare, and the Dulong River is no longer a daunting obstacle. Dulong people who are used to walking on rattan net bridges can not only walk across the swaying bridge deck with a calm expression, but also quickly cross the river with heavy loads on their backs. "Don't look at the river when you look at the sky, don't look back when you walk on the bridge. Don't panic when the bridge shakes, and don't move your feet when you walk." This is the summary of their valuable experience.