The plantation ‘white bridge’ photographed first thing in the morning.
One of the best ways to reach the Ashley River, marshes, and swamps is to walk right by the main house at Magnolia Plantation. A perk of being a local photographer is access to the grounds early/late.
This bridge has been here for approximately 200 years, probably longer. Not long ago a replica was placed on display at the US Smithsonian Institution, the Plantation is a National Historic site.
A few years ago one of the massive old trees fell on the bridge, crushing a large part. The repairs were done exactly like the original bridge. Even the logs used were over 300 years old. They were pulled from the bottom of swamps where they were preserved. Now that’s impressive.
White Bridge, Magnolia Plantation, Charleston, South Carolina.
A bridge to the past. Wonderful photo!
😁😁. And the future. A place where many marriage proposals take place. And, usually a photographer hiding to photo the moment. There are weddings here on the weekend evenings.