Strong-willed pig goes viral for surviving 2008 Wenchuan earthquake
By Globaltimes.cn, Published: 2018-05-02 23:11:15
Tourists flock to take photos of Zhu Jianqiang, a “strong-willed pig,” which became famous overnight during the 2008 Wenchuan earthquake. Photo: Li Hao/GT
Editor's Note:
Zhu Jianqiang, or “strong-willed pig,” became famous overnight during the 2008 Wenchuan earthquake. It was buried for 36 days under piles of rubble and discovered alive, surviving on cinder and rainwater. The sow was purchased by the Jianchuan Museum, a private museum cluster located in Dayi, Southwest China’s Sichuan Province owned by entrepreneur Fan Jianchuan. The pig, now 11 years old, lives in the museum’s backyard and will live there until she dies (usually after 15 years). She enjoys a balanced diet of vegetables and fruits, a daily walk or nap under the trees, and visits of tourists from all over the country. Photos: Li Hao/GT

Tourists flock to take photos of Zhu Jianqiang, lying in her sty. Photo: Li Hao/GT
The pig enjoys two walks daily. She can’t walk far due to foot injuries from the earthquake. Photo: Li Hao/GT
The keeper, Gong, feeds the pig fruits. Photo: Li Hao/GT
Gong brushes Zhu Jianqiang while she eats. Photo: Li Hao/GT
After eating, the pig lies under the trees and naps. Photo: Li Hao/GT
Children who visit the museum play with the pig. Photo: Li Hao/GT