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The world’s most extreme attraction: 5,000 feet in the air
This heart-pounding experience connects two cliffs at a breathtaking altitude of 5.000 feet, quickly becoming a favorite among adventurous thrill-seekers.
Adventure tourism, adrenaline-fueled escapes, extreme destinations—China has outdone itself again. In the southwest province of Hunan, known for pushing the boundaries of daring attractions, lies an experience not for the faint of heart.
At the Qixing Mountain in Zhangjiajie National Park, a site that draws over 1,200 visitors daily, thrill-seekers can tackle Tianti, that defies gravity. The name Tianti, which means “sky ladder” in Chinese, gives only a hint of what awaits.
Suspended nearly 5,000 feet in mid-air, this challenging 551-foot trail functions as a via ferrata—complete with steel handrails, footholds, harnesses, and cables that allow adventurers to ascend the rocky mountainside with relative safety.
What to expect at Tianti
Completing the Qixing Adventure Route takes approximately three hours and costs $80 per person. For this price, visitors receive safety equipment and are accompanied by experienced guides, ensuring their ascent is as secure as it is exhilarating.
Participants have the opportunity to test their physical fitness, confront their fear of heights, or simply revel in the thrill of being surrounded by nature’s grandeur. The attraction’s unique combination of physical challenge and jaw-dropping scenery makes it an unforgettable experience.
A thrill-seeker’s paradise
Hunan isn’t just home to Tianti. Visitors can also marvel at the world’s longest glass bridge, spanning more than 1,400 feet at a dizzying height of nearly 1,000 feet above the ground. For those seeking even more adrenaline, the Bailong Elevator, another world record holder, rises almost 1070 feet into the sky.
Whether you’re chasing your next adrenaline high or just curious to experience some of the world’s most extreme attractions, Hunan’s Zhangjiajie National Park is a destination designed to push boundaries—and your limits.
Original article written by Laura Martin Sanjuan, translated with the assistance of AI and edited by Greg Heilman.
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