The Coiling Dragon Cliff Skywalk is located within Zhangjiajie National Park, Hunan Province, China. It is a suspended walkway renowned for its transparent bottom clinging to the cliffside. Constructed between 2013 and 2016, this engineering marvel provides a truly adrenaline-pumping experience for visitors.
“The Coiling Skywalk is a remarkable feat of design and construction,” says Professor Li Wei, a structural engineer at Beijing University. “The use of multi-layered glass panels ensures the safety of visitors while offering unparalleled views.”
A Bird’s-Eye View (Literally)
The skywalk boasts a transparent glass bottom, allowing visitors to peer straight down a staggering 4,600 feet (1,403 meters) to the valley below. Spanning
roughly 328 feet (100 meters) in length, it offers breathtaking panoramic vistas of the surrounding mountains and valleys.
“Walking on the Coiling Dragon Cliff Skywalk is unlike anything else,” remarks Dr. Mei Chen, a psychologist specializing in fear and anxiety. “The combination of heights and transparency can be exhilarating for some and terrifying for others. It’s a powerful reminder of the beauty and immensity of nature.”
Built with high-strength, multi-layered glass panels, the skywalk prioritizes visitor safety while providing a thrilling perspective of the mountain’s grandeur. Tianmen Mountain itself is accessible by the world’s longest passenger cable car, making this skywalk a popular tourist destination, especially for those seeking breathtaking views and a touch of heart-stopping excitement.
