The Bridge of Immortals in China

Located in the Rocky Mountains of Huangshan, China, the Fairy Walking Bridge, aka the Bridge of Immortals, connects two rocks at an average altitude of 1320 meters (4330 feet) above sea level. Though the structure looks ancient, that’s not the case and the actual year of construction was 1987.

However, it got its nickname “Bridge of Immortals” long before 1987 because people traversing the old hanging path would fall into the abyss below and lose their lives. The remains of the old stone bridge are still visible, and its design and craftsmanship are credited to Li Chun, who reportedly built it during the Sui dynasty in 581-618.