Most amazing Glass bridges in the world.

The Bach Long Bridge, Vietnam.

Arshi
Digital Global Traveler
4 min readFeb 13, 2024

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Photo by Jessica Gale on Unsplash
Photo by Jessica Gale on Unsplash

The newest glass-bottom walkway in Vietnam opened to tourists on April 28, 2022. The world’s largest glass-bottom bridge was recently named Bach Long in Vietnam, which translates to “White Dragon”. It is also known as the Bach Long Pedestrian Bridge and is located in the Mok Chau neighborhood of Son La, a province bordering Laos. , about 200 kilometers northwest of the national capital Hanoi. The Asian nation reportedly launched a glass-bottomed bridge, which was built in a lush green forest. 450 people can cross this bridge simultaneously. The Bach Long Bridge is 632 meters (2,073 ft) high and rises 150 meters (492 ft) above the large forest area. Its architectural structure and design attract travelers.

Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Glass Bridge, China

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When the Zhangjiajie Glass Bridge was built, it was the largest glass-bottom bridge in the world. It is located in the breathtaking Zhangjiajie National Forest Park in the Hunan province of China. It hangs roughly 300 meters (980 feet) above the ground and is 430 meters (1,410 feet) long and 6 meters (20 feet) wide. On 20 August 2016, the Zhangjiajie Glass Bridge was opened to the public. To ensure safety, transparent floor panels are made from particularly strong glass, several centimeters thick. The winding, translucent pathways of the bridge and the extraordinary use of glass and steel in its construction make it an architectural wonder. Strict rules are in place for the safety of visitors, including crowd control, a ban on high heels, and regular washing of glass panels from time to time to maintain the cleanliness and transparency of the glass. So if you are going to visit China then do not miss Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Glass Bridge.

Grand Canyon Skywalk — USA

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The breathtaking horseshoe-shaped Grand Canyon Skywalk, in Grand Canyon West, Arizona, United States, is a glass bridge. Located on the Hualapai Indian Reservation on the western rim of the Grand Canyon, is where you can find the Grand Canyon Skywalk. The Grand Canyon Skywalk opened to the public on March 28, 2007. Mark Ross Johnson designed the skywalk. There is a skywalk made of U-shaped steel and glass platforms. It extends 70 feet (21 m) over the edge of the Grand Canyon, at a width of 10 feet giving visitors a clear view of the Colorado River and the depths of the canyon below, giving you a clear view up to 4,000 feet to the canyon floor below. gives. The glass floor of the skywalk is its most notable feature. Because the bottom of the bridge is made of glass, visitors can see straight down to the valley floor. A visitor center with dining options, gift shops, and informational displays about the Grand Canyon and the Hualapai Tribe is located adjacent to the Skywalk.

Langkawi Sky Bridge — Malaysia

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The Langkawi Sky Bridge is a pedestrian bridge located on the island of Langkawi, Malaysia. Situated on the Mat Sinkang mountain range, this bridge provides a breathtaking view of the Andaman Sea and dense forests. This bridge is approximately 125 meters (410 ft) long and is 1.8 meters (5.9 ft) wide is beautifully built on the top of the mountain. Apart from steel railings, steel wire mesh has also been installed on both sides of this bridge. Peter Weiss has designed this bridge with attractive curves. Construction of the bridge began in August 2003 and ended in August 2004. In February 2005, it was made publicly accessible.

Bihar Glass Bridge, India

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There is a glass bridge in Bihar, India, named Rajgir Glass Bridge. This bridge has become an attraction for tourists visiting Bihar, which has increased tourism in Bihar. Rajgir Glass Bridge spans Ghora Katora Lake in Rajgir, Bihar. Rajgir Bridge is 6 feet wide and 85 feet long. This bridge is built at a height of 400 feet. 30 to 40 people can stand together on this bridge. The bridge is designed with a combination of glass and steel, offering visitors a breathtaking view of the landscape below. If you ever go to Bihar, India, then definitely see this bridge once.

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Arshi
Digital Global Traveler

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