{"id":6399,"date":"2019-06-27T16:57:52","date_gmt":"2019-06-27T16:57:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/womentales.wpengine.com\/?p=6399"},"modified":"2021-11-29T19:46:01","modified_gmt":"2021-11-29T19:46:01","slug":"20-of-the-worlds-scariest-bridges","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/womentales.com\/20-of-the-worlds-scariest-bridges\/","title":{"rendered":"20 of the World\u2019s Scariest Bridges"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

You\u2019ve probably had to use a bridge before. In fact, maybe you use one very often but we\u2019re sure the ones you cross often are not scary or stomach churning. They probably do not induce vomiting. However, we have combined a list of the scariest bridges you can come across. They range from some that swing to others that are really too steep to have any kind of stability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. The Royal Gorge Bridge In Colorado <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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In the United States of America, the Royal Gorge Bridge is ranked number one in terms of how high it is suspended compared to the rest. In addition to that, the bridge also has a very interesting tale behind it. It was put up in the twenties. 1929 to be specific but despite that, it actually never had any stabilizing wind cables for fifty years. Scary right? The bridge has become a major tourist attraction. These days, a cable crossing can be used by those who are brave enough to use the bridge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

2. Monkey Bridges In Vietnam <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The Monkey Bridges in Vietnam is actually not just a single bridge. There are a number of them across Mekong Delta. Looking at it might be a bit scary because as the name suggests, it looks like only a monkey can make it across but in truth, locals often use the bridge. It is made from just a single piece of bamboo. It actually acquired its name, Monkey Bridge, because when people cross it, it is inevitable for them to adopt a funny posture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

3. Hussaini Hanging Bridge In Pakistan <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The Hussaini Hanging Bridge is often considered the most hazardous compared to all the rest globally. Located in Pakistan, the bridge is gap filled. It is also a swinging bridge and well if you are faint-hearted, then this one is not for you. It is even scarier because if you slip, you will end up in the Hunza River. There is also the fact that hanging by the side of this bridge are the former bridge’s remains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

4. The Seven Mile Bridge In Florida <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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This Seven Mile bridge is actually the second one to be put up in this spot. There was need to decommission the one that previously existed.This was because of its positioning. It was right in the water and made it a problem for the boats to pass by. Looking at it might not exactly be daunting, but imagine what it would be like driving across it during the many hurricanes that happen in Florida.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

5. Deception Pass Bridge In Washington State <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Driving your vehicle across this bridge that is covered with fog might not sound that scary but imagine what it would be like if you happen to be a pedestrian walking on the lane. This pedestrian lane actually peers down about 180 feet. Both Whidbey and Fidalgo Island are connected by the two bridges. Before the bridge was constructed, you could only get to these two islands by ferry. We believe that the leisure boat ride is a much interesting option for most people compared to a bridge that wobbles a lot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

6. The Lake Pontchartrain Causeway, Louisiana <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Lake Pontchartrain was built back in the 1950s. It connects Mandeville with Metairie. It has remained one of the scariest bridges in the world since it was built. It is the longest bridge you can find globally that crosses this much water. The distance from the waves below it is sixteen feet. When you start crossing it, well you can bid the land behind you goodbye.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

7. Canopy Walk In Ghana <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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This bridge is located in the rainforest. It is suspended high up in the air. About forty feet above.Crossing it is very interesting as it allows you to pass through many trees but this is also what makes it scary. This added to the fact that you will encounter birds and monkeys as you walk. When you start crossing through it and you start feeling afraid, you will not be able to suddenly turn back. You will not be able to run because it\u2019s over a thousand feet high.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

8. Langkawi Sky Bridge In Malaysia <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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This particular bridge has been closed down a number of times. This was to allow for maintenance. It hovers 400 feet above the ground and is currently open for use by the public. It was once shut down for about two years because of some rumors that swirled around. They said the bridge was very likely to collapse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

9. Mount Titlis In Switzerland <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The Mount Titlis is set up three thousand metres above the ground. If this doesn\u2019t scare you then we don\u2019t know what else can. The bridge sways while it overlooks the beautiful Swiss Alps. Regardless of how scary it seems, a lot of people visit the area every year and use the bridge. It is actually one of the bridges in the entire globe that is considered very safe. This is contrary to assumptions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

10. The Vitim River Bridge, Russia <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Not too many people in the world have crossed the Vitim River Bridge but there is a good reason why. It has no guard rails and it happens to be iced over throughout certain times in the year. Added to that, it also has some missing planks. Who wouldn\u2019t be afraid of crossing such right? Actually, most of those who have crossed the river happen to be adrenaline junkies who make their way to Siberia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

11. Puente De Ojuela, Mexico <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Puente De Ojuela is a popular tourist attraction site. It can only be used by pedestrians because cars or trucks can definitely not make it across. Puente De Ojuea was actually a utensil for the mining town beneath it some time back. It was recently declared one of the most dangerous roads in the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

12. Quepos Bridge Costa Rica <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Due to how dangerous this bridge is, locals have given it the nickname \u201cBridge of Death\u201d. According to them, it is a real death trap and there is a good explanation for it. The planks on the bridge do not go all the way across the structure. That means they leave gaps on either side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

13. The Sunshine Skyway Bridge In Florida <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The Sunshine Skyway Bridge was constructed back in the eighties. It was put up in 1987. The bridge was set up to replace the destroyed one. There was a collision between a very massive tanker and a pier back in 1980 that ended up killing thirty five people and subsequently destroyed the bridge that existed previously. After this unfortunate occurrence, there was so much stigma surrounding the bridge. What made things worse is the narrative that more than two hundred people had ended their own lives since it was built.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

14. Eshima Ohashi Bridge In Japan <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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This is the perfect place to go on a not so usual, interesting ride. A rollercoaster one in fact. Well at least one in your vehicle because the Eshima Ohasi Bridge looks like a rollercoaster. It looks so scary and is definitely not for the faint-hearted. In terms of gradient, it is 6.1% and being 144 feet high it is enough to shake you quite a bit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

15. The Bridge Of Immortals, Huang Shang China <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Anyone brave enough to cross this mountainous bridge also gets a great treat. They get to see the spectacular mountains and to look down from above the clouds. The view is absolutely stunning. In order to get back to the bridge, the trail you need to follow is even scarier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

16. Montenegro Rainforest Costa Rica <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The best way to experience the most beautiful and diverse rainforests in the world is by seeing them from up among the trees. The Montenegro Rainforest in Costa Rica allows you to do just that. All you need to do when you are there is to be careful where you step. This is to avoid stumbling down one of the many missing planks. You do not want to end up on the floor of the rainforest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

17. U Bein Bridge, Myanmar <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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When you first see this bridge, you will think it\u2019s under construction. However, it isn\u2019t. Its pillars come straight from out of the water and span over a kilometre. It is for that reason that the bridge has become such a great tourist attraction. It does look scary but a lot of people still use it regardless.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

18. Storseisundet Bridge, Norway<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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If you are one of those people who doesn\u2019t mind that terrifying and uncomfortable feeling that hits your stomach when you are about to drop down a steep rollercoaster ledge, you will love this one. The Storseisundet Bridge is found in Norway and when you look at it from a certain angle, you would think the bridge simply drops off. It just looks like it but it doesn\u2019t actually drop so don\u2019t be afraid to try it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

19. Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge Northern Ireland <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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This bridge is suspended thirty metres in the air. It is right above the beach, rocks and water. It is so scary that some who use it while crossing over to see the gorgeous island refuse to use it to return to the other side. They often end up choosing a ferry. Another thing they probably consider is that for you to cross using the bridge you have to pay a fee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

20. Sidu River Bridge China <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The Sidu River Bridge China has earned the title of the highest bridge in the world. It is a teetering steel construction that connects Shanghai with Chongqing. The bridge was built in 2009 for a mere hundred million dollars. It not only allows you to view the beautiful valley below but is also one of the sturdiest bridges to have ever been built.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

+1 The Tianmen Skywalk<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Even though this bridge is perfectly safe, it can give a serious scare to anyone with acrophobia. Images of people being scared are going viral periodically – to be honest, you would have to drag me across, screaming all the way. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

China has another peculiar glass bridge, that happens to be dangerous – it had already formed a crack according to news reports. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Would you dare to cross it on foot, or cross it like this girl, just crawl across the depth that goes 500 feet below you?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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