A photo taken on Dec 19 shows a resident of Pingdeng village, Longsheng Ge autonomous county building a weatherproof bridge, which is funded by the locals. [Photo by Huang Yongdan/Xinhua]

The weatherproof bridge, which includes a corridor and pavilion, is an iconic feature of Dong ethnic villages. There are now 72 weatherproof bridges spread throughout the county. [Photo by Huang Yongdan/Xinhua]

Local villagers build the roof of the weatherproof bridge. [Photo by Huang Yongdan/Xinhua]

An aerial shot of the weatherproof bridge. [Photo by Huang Yongdan/Xinhua]

Construction on the bridge ensues behind some stalks of grass. [Photo by Huang Yongdan/Xinhua]