Major Supernatural Events in Chinese Folk Legends.

Summary

The Shanghai Nine-Dragon Pillar Incident involves a mysterious construction challenge at a critical bridge intersection. During the mid-1990s elevated bridge project, workers encountered inexplicable difficulties driving pilings at a specific site, experiencing strange water eruptions and an impenetrable ground. The Jade Buddha Temple's abbot, Zhen Chan, was consulted and revealed a flood dragon resided beneath the construction area. Through an elaborate ritual and precise timing, he enabled the construction team to successfully complete the pile-driving, allegedly sacrificing himself three days later. The Nine-Patterned Dragon Pillar now stands as a unique landmark, with conflicting narratives about its extraordinary origin.

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