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Zhangjiajie Glass Bridge

云天渡 · 후난성

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  1. 1Zhangjiajie Glass Bridge

    Welcome to one of the most daring feats of modern engineering: the Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Glass Bridge. As we stand at the threshold of this suspended marvel, we are looking at the longest and tallest glass-bottomed bridge in…

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  2. 2The Glass Bridge Crossing — A Test of Courage

    As we step onto the bridge, you must first put on the mandatory rubber shoe covers. These are not merely a souvenir; they are essential for protecting the 99 panes of three-layered tempered glass from scratches and maintaining…

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  3. 3The Adventure Platforms — Bungee and Ziplines

    Near the far end of the bridge, we encounter the adventure zone, which caters to those for whom the bridge crossing is not quite enough excitement. This area includes the platform for the world's highest bungee jump, a…

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  4. 4The Descent — Elevators and the Thousands of Stairs

    Leaving the bridge behind, we begin our descent to the canyon floor, which lies 300 meters below. Visitors have a choice here: the efficient route or the scenic, albeit strenuous, path. …

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  5. 5The Mountain Slide — A Whimsical Shortcut

    Halfway down the mountain, the park offers a unique and playful alternative to the stairs: the mountain slide. This is a long, winding stone slide that allows visitors to glide down a significant portion of the slope. …

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  6. 6The Grand Canyon Walk — Streams and Waterfalls

    We are now at the bottom of the canyon, walking along the well-constructed wooden boardwalk that follows the course of a crystal-clear stream. The walk through the Grand Canyon floor is a 4-kilometer journey that takes…

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  7. 7The Bandit Cave and Historical Hideouts

    Hidden along the canyon path is a small, intriguing cave that was historically used as a hideout for local bandits. This underground walk takes less than five minutes but offers a fascinating glimpse into the human history of…

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  8. 8The Boat Ride and Final Exit

    Our journey concludes with a short, 10-minute boat ride on a turquoise lake at the end of the canyon. This boat trip is included in the ticket price and provides a final, relaxing perspective of the towering cliffs as they…

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  9. 9Closing

    In concluding our journey through the Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon and its iconic Glass Bridge, we are left with a profound sense of the dialogue between the natural world and human innovation. We have stood 300 meters in the air on…

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What is Zhangjiajie Glass Bridge?

Zhangjiajie Glass Bridge is a place in 후난성 with 9 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
Location후난성
TypeActivity
Story sections9
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates29.3987, 110.6982
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within a 5-minute walk
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