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Challenge Your Death by Passing through These Terrifying Bridges

22 November 2016
Challenge Your Death by Passing through These Terrifying Bridges

Bridges are built to offer safe means of access to people and vehicles over water bodies like rivers or sea, valleys and even roads. However, there are some really scary bridges in the world that are more recognized for their fearsome size, shape or position. These bridges are actually symbol of adventure for those who want to explore this and want to cross them. Come across some of the most terrifying bridges of the world for thrill else to get a real panic attack.


Kuandinsky Bridge in Kuanda, Russia

Kuandinsky Bridge in Kuanda, Russia

Officially closed to the public, Kuandinsky Bridge still attracts daredevils to risk their lives while crossing this notoriously scary passage. The bridge has not been repaired since its construction that happened around 30 years before. Much damage has already been caused to its wooden structure. It is highly recommended to drive any vehicle with open windows to avoid strong winds that can push it into the chilly River Vitim below.

Royal Gorge Bridge, Near Canon City, Colorado

Royal Gorge Bridge, Near Canon City, Colorado

Built over the Arkansas River close to Canon City, Royal George Bridge is one of the highest suspension bridges of America. The bridge floor is 955 feet above the river and holds the record of being the highest bridge on the earth between years 1929 and 2001. The scariest feature of this bridge is that it is not having stabilizing wind cables that can take your breaths away while passing over the river.

Aiguille du Midi Bridge, Rhône-Alpes, France

Aiguille du Midi Bridge, Rhône-Alpes, France

Located on the top of a 12,602 feet sky-scraping peak in the French Alps, Aiguille du Midi is not only breathtaking in terms of its position or shape but in terms of providing stunning views. To pass through this bridge, visitors take a cable car and enjoy panoramic views of the French, Swiss and Italian Alps. Despite being a small bridge, its sky-high view is heart-beating.

The Trift Bridge, Near Gadmen, Switzerland

The Trift Bridge, Near Gadmen, Switzerland

It is the longest pedestrian-only suspension bridge in the Swiss Alps, which is built over the Lake Triftsee close to Gadmen in Switzerland. The bridge witnesses around 20,000 visitors every year to watch the Trift Glacier. A gondola train takes the passengers to the bridge for enjoying stunning views of the lake and the glacier.

The Carrick-a-Rede Bridge, Near Ballintoy, Northern Ireland

The Carrick-a-Rede Bridge, Near Ballintoy, Northern Ireland

Located near Ballintoy in Northern Ireland, The Carrick-a-Rede Bridge is a well-known rope bridge that is growing popular as a tourist attraction. This 98 feet high bridge connects the island of Carrickarede with the mainland and is. No accident has been reported so far related to this bridge but visitors are scared of taking a round trip through this boat.

The Confederation Bridge, Canada

The Confederation Bridge, Canada

The Confederation Bridge is one among the most eminent structural achievements of Canada. The bridge doesn’t give high-altitude thrills to the passengers, but its 8 miles long stretch over ice-cold water creates a fear factor in their mind. Its construction took hard work of 5,000 workers for four years.

Puente de Ojuela, Ojuela, Mexico

Puente de Ojuela, Ojuela, Mexico

Puente de Ojuela is the only surviving and functional structure in Ojuela, which is constructed of wooden and doesn’t have a strong base to pass through. This makes the bridge more dangerous. Around 1,043 feet long, 2 feet wide and 360 feet high, it is a popular place to visit. While passing through this bridge, one should avoid looking down.

Monkey Bridges, Vietnam

Monkey Bridges, Vietnam

Built on many points across the Mekong Delta of Vietnam, these bridges are created using bamboo logs by local residents. Some newer ones are built with concrete. These bridges don’t appear very fearsome but due to being unsteady, they create fear.

Vine Bridges of Iya Valley, Japan

Vine Bridges of Iya Valley, Japan

Vine Bridges are series of terrifying bridges in the isolated West Iya Valley. Existence of these bridges is considered to be for more than 100 years. It is said that the valley was home to more than 13 vine bridges but only three vine bridges are there now. The work of local artisans have kept them surviving. While passing through these bridges, you can feel the real thrill and shivering.

The Sidu River Bridge, Hubei, China

The Sidu River Bridge, Hubei, China

Located 1,640 feet above the base of a canyon, Sidu River Bridge is 4009-feet long. It passes through the peaks of the Sichuan Basin across the deep valley of the Sidu River. It is one of the highest bridges in the world, which is also recognized for creating fear in the heart of its visitors.

The U Bein Bridge, Amarapura, Myanmar

The U Bein Bridge, Amarapura, Myanmar

The U Bein Bridge is 3,937 feet long and spans across the Taugthaman Lake in Amarapura of Myanmar. It is the longest teak bridge of the world, which was constructed by the mayor of the city – U Bein. It was built with a purpose to salvage the discarded teak columns of the old palace.

The Bosphorus Bridge, Istanbul, Turkey

The Bosphorus Bridge, Istanbul, Turkey

Bosphorus Bridge is one among the three suspension bridges spanning the Bosphorus passage of Istanbul, consequently linking Europe and Asia. The bridge was built in the year 1973 and used to be the 4th longest suspension span of the world. This is the 21st longest suspension bridge of the world now that is 5,118 feet long. If you are going on a trip to Turkey, you should visit this bridge.

Seven Mile Bridge, Monroe County, Florida

Seven Mile Bridge, Monroe County, Florida

Seven Mile Bridge links Knight's Key in the Middle Keys to Little Duck Key in the Lower Keys. Around 7 miles long and 11.58 meters wide, the longest span of this bridge is 135 feet. It is also one of the most thrilling bridges in the world that can give you shivers while walking.

Chesapeake Bay Bridge, Maryland

Chesapeake Bay Bridge, Maryland

Surrounded by water, Chesapeake Bay Bridge is known for experiencing severe storms because of the weather conditions. This bridge of Maryland is so scary that even professional drivers think a lot before passing through it. Straddling the Chesapeake Bay, the bridge links the rural Eastern Shore region of the state to the urban Western Shore.

Eshima Ohashi Bridge, Japan

Eshima Ohashi Bridge, Japan

Eshima Ohashi Bridge is a rigid-frame bridge but more of a roller coaster. This concrete road bridge spans a mile across Lake Nakaumi in Japan and connects the cities of Matsue and Sakaiminato. The most thrilling part of this bridge is its angular shape that gives a thrilling experience to the drivers.

Mackinac Bridge, Michigan, United States

Mackinac Bridge, Michigan, United States

The suspension bridge of The Mackinac Bridge is spanning the Straits of Mackinac to link the Upper and Lower Peninsulas of Michigan. This is a breathtaking bridge, which is constructed over the sea and enjoys wonderful views. Driving through this makes everyone nervous and close encounters with death.