24 dizzying sights from around the world
This post is not for those who are afraid of heights, although sitting in front of the monitor, you are relatively safe. But if you are a seeker of new sensations and are not afraid to climb higher, then you are welcome — in this issue we have collected a couple of dozen dizzying places in the world where you can enjoy the lack of solid ground under your feet and an exciting feeling in your stomach.
Mont Blanc, French Alps
At an altitude of 3800 meters on the top of the Aiguille du Midi there is a glass cage called "Step into the Void".
Here you can enjoy views of Mont Blanc — the highest mountain in Europe — from the world's tallest cabin with a transparent floor.
The tallest building in the world is Burj Khalifa, Dubai.
The height of this skyscraper is 822 m . It's almost twice as big as the Empire State Building. If you have the courage, you can look at Dubai from the most dizzying observation deck in the world.
The Grand Canyon and its "sky Bridge"
The Sky Bridge of the Grand Canyon is owned by the Valapai tribe of Indians. There is 213 m of free space under the observation deck.
Glass cubes on the Willis (Sears) Tower, Chicago
The "ledge" is a glass balcony suspended in the air at a height of 396 meters.
Although glass panels can withstand a weight of 4,500 kg, it is not so easy to look down at the roofs of neighboring skyscrapers.
CN Tower, Toronto
CN Tower is a 584—meter-high skyscraper with an observation deck.
Whether you are on the observation deck or outside, the skyscraper will give you stunning views of the city.
Langkawi Suspension Bridge, Malaysia
This sky bridge in Malaysia is 124 m long and is located at an altitude of 701 m above sea level. It crosses the picturesque peak of Mount Gunun Mat Chinchang on Langkawi Island.
Blackpool Tower, England
Blackpool Tower opened to the public in 1894 and is a smaller copy of the Eiffel Tower in Paris.
Its height is 157 meters, and at the very top there is an observation deck. From its height there is a view of the piers and attractions of the Victorian city.
The Way of Faith, China
The Path of Faith is a glass walkway built on Zhangjiajie Tianmen Mountain with a height of 1,432 m.
You arrive by cable car and, if you do not suffer from dizziness at altitude, you can "calmly" walk along the passage and get an unforgettable experience.
Sky Tower, Auckland, New Zealand
The height of the tower is more than 300 meters, and it dominates the Auckland skyline.
If you have the courage to leave the observation deck, you can do it up by walking along the very top of the skyscraper. And if you are a real extreme, you can jump from the tower to the bungee.
Alpspix observation deck in Germany
At an altitude of about 99 m on Alpspix Mountain there is such a short bridge offering amazing views of the valley. There is an abyss under the bridge.
Spinnaker Tower in Portsmouth, England
Spinnaker Tower is the tallest tower in the UK outside of London. Its height is 170 meters. The Raven's Nest is the highest of the three viewing platforms. Its roof is made of mesh, so you are practically in the fresh air.
Troll language, Norway
The troll's tongue sticks out over the Ringedalsvatn Lake at an altitude of 700 meters. It's quite a difficult climb, but this natural observation deck offers stunning views.
Bridge between Petronas Towers, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
These towers are almost 457 m high. The bridge between them is only 1/3 of the height, but 167 m is enough to make the faint of heart feel bad from such a height.
Dachstein Stairs, Austria
On the Dachstein glacier in the Alps there is one of the highest bridges in the world. Below it is only a gap of 396 m .
The Oriental Pearl of Shanghai, China
This 475-meter-high TV tower has been the largest structure in China for more than 10 years.
It still dominates the Shanghai skyline.
Lion's Head over Cape Town, South Africa
Lion's Head Mountain towers over Cape Town and completely overshadows man-built structures. Its height is 670 m . From the top of the mountain you can see most of the sprawling city below.
Skytree in Tokyo
Skytree is the tallest tower in the world and the second tallest structure. Its height is 633 m .
The Heavenly Staircase in China
This chilling path to Mount Huashan with a height of more than 2133 m leads to a tea house, which apparently serves the best tea in the world.
Rooftop pool at Marina Bay Sands Hotel Singapore
At the top of the 57 floors of this skyscraper hotel is a swimming pool, which offers the most stunning views of the Singapore skyline.
Cliff Bridge in Vancouver, Canada
The bridge is 231 meters long and spans over the Capilano River, and at its highest point reaches a height of 91 m above the river.
Ascent of the Harbour Bridge in Sydney, Australia
This bridge, which opened in 1932, looks at Port Jackson. The bravest can climb to a height of 134 m here.
Half Dome Rock in Yosemite Park, USA
At its highest point, this granite rock reaches a height of 1,432 m. There are many great places to admire the park on different cliffs.
Madness at the Stratosphere Hotel in Las Vegas, USA. "Madness" is the name of an attraction that rotates at high speed on the roof of the Stratosphere Hotel at an altitude of 274 m above the ground.
The Royal Bridge in Colorado, USA
This bridge crosses the Royal Gorge Chasm at an altitude of 304 m, making it the tallest bridge in the United States. Only a few brave souls dare to cross the abyss by bridge, not to mention the cable car.