Bisnis.com, BANDUNG – Some time ago, the Geong Glass Bridge located in the Limpakuwus Pine Forest Tourism Area, Sumbang District, Banyumas Regency, was in the spotlight. The reason is that this glass bridge would have broken on Wednesday (10/25/2023) around 10:00 WIB.
Besides Geong Glass Bridge, Indonesia also has other glass bridges in several regions, such as Blangsingah Glass Bridge, Kemuning Glass Bridge, Seruni Point Glass Bridge, glass of Nimo Highland and many others.
Besides Indonesia, other countries around the world also have glass bridges which serve as amazing tourist destinations. It is not uncommon for local and foreign tourists to take the time to visit these tourist places.
Citing several sources, here are 15 amazing glass bridges around the world.
1. Glass Bridge of Bihar – India
In a bid to attract local and international tourists, the second glass bridge in Nalanda, Bihar, has been opened for tourists. The length of this glass bridge is 95 feet and the width is approximately 6 feet.
2. Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Glass Bridge – China
The Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon is the longest and highest suspension bridge in the world, with a length of 460 meters and a height of about 300 meters.
3. Grand Canyon Skywalk – United States
The Grand Canyon Skywalk is a horseshoe-shaped glass bridge that stretches above the canyon. This glass bridge offers a breathtaking view of the walkway.
4. The Brave Man’s Bridge – China
The Brave Man’s Bridge is a suspension bridge 300 meters above the ground. Located in the Shiniuzhai National Geological Park in China, this bridge is 180 meters long.
5. Glacier Gateway – Canada
Designed to blend into the surrounding landscape, the Glacier Skywalk located in Canada is a bridge that combines glass and steel. This walkway is 450 meters long and offers beautiful views of the mountains and glaciers.
6. Aurland Lookout – Norway
This 30 meter long glass walkway extends halfway up the mountain and offers a unique view of the Aurland Fjord, a narrow body of water extending inland.
7. Langkawi Air Gateway – Malaysia
If you’re looking for panoramic views of the Andaman Sea and surrounding islands, the Langkawi SkyBridge in Malaysia is the place to be, as this curved bridge rises 70 meters above sea level.
8. Skywalk at 02 – England
This bridge is suspended 52 meters above the ground and is located on top of the 02 Arena building in England. This walkway offers beautiful views of the City of London and the River Thames.
9. Daedunsan – South Korea
Daedunsan Bridge is located on the side of Mount Daedunsan in South Korea. This bridge is 50 meters long and approximately 80 meters high above the ground.
10. Huaxi Glass Bridge – China
Huaxi Glass Bridge is a 180 meter high glass bridge located in Huaxi World Adventure Park. This bridge offers spectacular views of the surrounding mountains.
11. Tianmen Gateway – China
The Tianmen Skywalk sits 4,700 feet above sea level, offering stunning views and breathtaking thrills. This crystalline bridge is 3 feet wide and 2 1/2 inches thick.
12. Hongyagu Glass Bridge – China
Hongyagu Suspension Glass Bridge is located in Hongya Vallet Scenic Area, Pingshan County. The bridge spans two cliffs with a total length of 488 meters (1,600 feet), a width of 4 meters (13 feet), and a drop of 218 meters (715 feet).
13. Say hello to Glass Bridge – Vietnam
Situated at an altitude of 2,200 meters, this bridge, located in Lai Chau province, Vietnam, offers breathtaking views of the mountains and nature.
14. Tower Bridge Glass Walkway – London
The Tower Bridge Glass Floor Walkway is the most significant development of the Bridge Experience since it opened to the public in 1982. The walkway rises 42 meters above the River Thames and is 11.5 meters long and 1.8 meters wide.
15. The Chamonix Skywalk – France
This glass flyover installation over the French Alps is inspired by the glass flyovers of the Grand Canyon. This stunning glass walkway can rise 1,035 meters (3,396 feet) above the valley in an enclosed transparent box and is surrounded by custom-made 12mm glass.(Kresensia Kinanti)
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