Just when you thought bridges couldn’t get any more scary, China has announced plans to build the world’s highest and longest glass-bottomed bridge. Upon hearing this news, every person with acrophobia let out a silent scream.
The Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon skywalk will stand at 980 feet tall and will connect two cliffs in the Zhangjiajie National Park. Architects plan to make it 1,410 feet long (about .27 miles), so it will be no small feat to walk across.
The National Park, which served as inspiration for the backdrop of the movie Avatar, has breathtaking views of more than 3,000 sandstone pillars and other amazing natural formations.
This bridge is set to open in July. But in the event you want to be frightened before then, here are some other scary bridges from around the world.
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Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Bridge
A perspective of just how long this bridge will be. The skywalk will also offer the world's highest bungee jump.
Yunyang Longgang Geological Park Bridge
The world's longest cantilever bridge is located in Yunyang Longgang Geological Park in Chongqing, China. The horseshoe shaped glass phenomenon extends 87.5 feet from the edge of the cliff, and stands nearly 2,350 feet above the ground.
Trift Suspension Bridge
The Trift brigde in Switzerland was built to accomodate hikers and offers spectacular views of the Swiss Alps. The bridge is about 328 feet high and 557 feet long. (Photo: thisisbossi/Flickr)
Capilano Suspension Bridge
The Capilano Suspension Bridge isn't made out of glass, but that doesn't make it any less scary. This amazing bridge stretches 450 feet across and 230 feet high.
Kusma Gyadi Suspension Bridge
As the longest suspension bridge in Nepal, the Kusma Gyadi connects the city of Kusma with Gyadichour. It stands at 384 feet high and 1096 feet high and is an important lifeline for local farmers.(Photo: Niva Shakya/Flickr)
Langkawi Sky Bridge
Completed in 2005, the Langkawi sky bridge stands at 2,170 feet above sea level and is 410 feet long. The pedestrian bridge has a curved walkway, giving visitors the best possible view of surrounding scenery.
