China has officially unveiled the Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge, now the tallest bridge in the world, soaring nearly twice the height of the Eiffel Tower. Stretching just under two miles (2,890 meters) long with a record-breaking main span of 1,420 meters, this engineering marvel crosses the dramatic Huajiang Canyon in southwestern China’s Guizhou Province.
The bridge towers 625 meters (2,051 feet) above the Beipan River below, setting new global records for both height and longest suspension span in a mountainous region. With massive steel trusses weighing in at 22,000 tons, supported by two colossal towers over 260 meters tall, the structure is a marvel of precision engineering. State-of-the-art construction techniques including satellite-assisted positioning and fiber-optic sensor cables ensure its enduring strength and safety.
Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge slashes the perilous, winding journey across the canyon from over an hour to just about two minutes, revolutionizing travel and connectivity in this rugged and economically challenged region. Beyond being a vital transport link on the Liuzhi-Anlong Expressway, it’s expected to boost local tourism and economic growth, while positioning Guizhou Province as home to nearly half of the world’s 100 tallest bridges.
Crossing the bridge, motorists will experience breathtaking, almost vertigo-inducing views as they travel over the deepest road canyon on Earth.
