Bridges are constructed with a purpose of connecting one part of land to another which has been separated by water or by any other means. It is wrong to say that construction of Bridge started in Modern Age in fact, it is been constructed since Ancient Times. Today also there are some places where you will see people using Bridges which were built some 100-200 years ago. There are some Bridges in the World that are damn scary to cross and if by chance you gather some courage to cross it than still half way through you will be shivering. Let’s see which are those Bridges..
Let’s explore: Most Dangerous Bridges in the World
10) Pamban Bridge – India
Constructed in 1914, Pamban Bridge is a 2,065m long cantilever bridge which connects town of Rameswaram on Pamban Island to mainland India. It is also used as a Road Bridge and is one of the longest sea bridge in India. It was India’s first Sea Bridge and is primarily used as Railway Bridge. On the Bridge, there is a double leaf bascule section midway which can be raised to let the ships go pass by.
9) Capilano Suspension Bridge – Canada
Capilono Suspension Bridge is a 140m simple suspension bridge on Capilano River and a very popular tourist attraction with over 800000 visits per year. The Bridge is located 70m above the river and is accessible with an admission fee. While crossing the Bridge you will listen to some mystic sounds along with majestic view of the nature. Definitely one of the scariest Bridges in the World.
8) Ojuela Bridge – Mexico
Located in Mapimi, Ojuela Bridge is a suspension Bridge at the site of Ojuela Goldmine designed by Wilhelm Hidenbrand. The Bridge has a main span of 271.5m and is only open for pedestrians. It is believed to be the most dangerous hanging bridge in the World as it wood floors makes it difficult to cross. The bridge is located about 360 feet above sea level and there are two towers that brings a feel of safety.
7) Huangshan – China
Popularly known as the Bridge of Immortals, the bridge is located in Hunagshan Mountain. It is not a long spread out bridge instead it is a tiny one but you need lots of courage to clear it out. In fact it is a small passage from which you can get around from one part of Mountain to another. The hikers who dare to cross it will treat themselves with spectacular views of the surrounding. Don’t go upon size this bridge is one of the most scariest bridge in the World.
6) Trift Suspension Bridge – Switzerland
Trift Suspension Bridge is the longest and the only suspension bridge in Switzerland spanning 170 metres. The bridge spans the lake Triftsee where nearly 20,000 tourists gather around to see the Trift Glacier. The bridge was replaced by another bridge in 2009 which took only 6 weeks to get completed but is very unstable. Location and surroundings make Trift Suspension Bridge one of the scariest bridge in the World.
5) Royal Gorge Bridge – Colorado
Constructed in 1929 at a cost of $350000, Royal Gorge Bridge was one of the highest bridges in the World until 2001.Originally constructed as a toll bridge, it is now used as a suspension bridge with main span of 938 feet. The bridge is situated around 291 ft above sea level and is one of the top tourist attractions of Colorado.
4) Hussaini Hanging Bridge – Pakistan
Hussaini Hanging Bridge is believed to be one of the most dangerous bridges in the World and was washed away in 2011Monsoon storm. It is very long and is poorly maintained. While crossing the bridge you will feel that this journey will definitely be your last one. Many planks are missing and if by chance it is windy than you can see the whole bridge shaking. Despite all the threats, this bridge is crossed by many hikers and is a very popular tourist attraction of Pakistan.
3) Aiguille du Midi Bridge – France
Located amidst the beautiful Aiguille du Midi Mountain, Aiguille du Midi Bridge is one of the scariest bridge in the World. It is located around 4,000 m above sea level and provides breathtaking views of the nearby Mountain. You can get there through cable car which is possibly the longest in the World around 2700 upwards to the mountain.
2) Langkawi Sky Bridge – Malaysia
Langkawi Sky Bridge is a curved pedestrian cable styled Bridge in Malaysia. The length of the bridge is 125m and is approximately 700m above sea level located at the Peak of Gunung Mat Chinchang Mountain. The Bridge can be accessed via Langkawi Cable Car Ride which starts at the foothill of the Gunung Mat Mountain. There are 2 triangular platforms on the Bridge where you can relax and admire the surrounding beauty.
1) Sidu River Bridge – China
Built at a cost of approximately US$100 million, Sidu River Bridge is a 122 m long Suspension Bridge crossing the Valley of Sidu River. The bridge spans approximately 500 m deep Valley of Sidu River and currently is the highest Bridge in the World. The first part of suspension cable was installed using a rocket as it was nearly impossible to use boards of helicopters. Definitely Sidu River Bridge is one of the scariest Bridges in the World.