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China’s bridge of terror

Written by Ben Blaschke

China has long had a love of all that is big, bold and downright terrifying, so it comes as no surprise that its latest contraption will have even the strongest stomachs feeling a little queasy.

The world’s longest glass bridge was opened to the public last week, measuring a jaw-dropping 984 feet in length and 590 feet above the ground. With a see-through glass floor and what appear to be far too flimsy metal barriers on each side, adventurous types can not only enjoy a unique view of the world around them but also the world below them as they casually stroll along and take a selfie or two.

The bridge links two adjoining cliffs in Hunan Province’s Shiniuzhai National Geological Park and boasts glass said to be 25 times stronger than normal window glass.

It also sways slightly as people walk across in order to add to the fear-factor, but don’t worry – all visitors are provided with special “anti-slip” guards to cover their shoes before they make the death defying trek!

While a giant glass-bottom bridge might not be everyone’s up of tea, it has already attracted headlines around the world – a fact that should have Macau’s casino operators taking note when it comes to devising future tourism offerings.