7 Most Terrifying Bridges Of The World

Call it incredible feats of engineering or bizarre wonders of the world, these bridges will leave you in a tizzy. The best part; you don't need to travel to the most remote places on Earth to find them!

Aiguille du Midi Bridge, France 

The name translates to Needle of the South, and clearly indicates the height at which this precarious cross way is located. In the midst of the Alps, this small steel bridge lets you cross the rocky cliffs. People with Vertigo, beware! 

Carrick A Rede Rope Bridge, Ireland

Linking the main island to the little island of Carrickarede, this tiny, but scary, rope bridge spans 20 metres and 30 metres above the rocks. First made 350 years ago by salmon fisherman, this is a popular tourist destination for the adventure lovers.

Daednsan Mountain Suspension Bridge, South Korea

This 50 metre bridge is suspended over a vast ridge, and connects a rocky trekking track to the spectacular Daednsun Mountain. An incredible panoramic view makes up for the scare the red bridge gives.

Huangshan Bridge, China 

Rightly called the Bridge of Immortals, the Huangshan Bridge in China’s Yellow Mountains is the world’s highest bridge. The bridge has been frequently photographed and been a subject of art and literature. The rough cliffs at a 90 degree angle, through which you reach the bridge could send jitters to the best climbers and adventure enthusiasts.

Living Root Bridge, India  

These unusual bridges of Cherrapunji in Meghalaya created by live beetel areal roots, which grow in the shape of a suspension bridges, and make up for fascinating pathways. The Umshiang Double-Decker Root Bridge is a known to be one of its kind, which two bridges stacked, one of top of the other. This is surely one interesting path to be tread!

Mackinac Bridge, Michigan U.S.A

This suspension bridge connects the upper and lower peninsula of the state of Michigan, and is "world's longest suspension bridge between anchorages". This “Mighty Mac” is definitely worth a visit.

The Royal Gorge Bridge, Colorado U.S.A

Once the world’s highest suspension bridge, this engineering marvel is 956 feet above the Arkansas River. This towering structure attracts thousands of tourists every year, and boasts of some breath-taking views of the Royal Gorge Park. Adrenalin junkies will love this bridge for numerous adventure activities like bungee jumping, zip-lining, the Royal Rush Skyroaster, and many more. 

Goosebumps already? It's time you face your fears or prepare for your next adventure as you discover the scariest bridges of the world!