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Updated: 2015-08-03 13:17
(chinadaily)
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The massive umbrella is seen in this photo taken on Aug 2, 2015. [Photo/CFP] |
Massive umbrella sets world record
It was quite a sight as a large and colorful umbrella covering over 400 meters was displayed in a county in Jiujiang city, Jiangxi province.
The record-breaking umbrella, made by a local company, measures 23 meters in diameter and is 18 meters tall.
It can be opened and closed automatically and can withstand a Level 10 hurricane.
An event to challenge the Guinness World Record and the umbrella's record will be recognized.
A visitor gets up close to take a photo of the giant umbrella. [Photo/CFP] |
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