Acrophilics will surely love the longest and highest glass-bottomed walkway in the world set to be opened in China next year. The construction of the 1,230 foot long bridge, located in Zhangjiajie in the Hunan province, has finally come to its completion.

The newly constructed platform, which cost an estimated 26 million yuan (over $4.5 million) has garnered a number of world records. Stretching at the Tianmenshan National Forest Park, it reportedly beat Arizona's Grand Canyon walkway for height at 720-feet high.

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The initial plan for the bridge was announced in 2012. It was designed by Haim Dotan, an Israeli architect. The construction started in November last year by China Railway Major Bridge Reconnaissance and Design Institute. Due to the structure's intricate design and post, the primary schedules were moved.

"When lots of people walk on the bridge in quick progression, it is easy to cause resonance, which can lead to structural deformation," said Wan Tianbao, one of the designers. "To avoid this, we placed a number of giant glass balls on the deck to restrain the vibration. Each glass ball weighs around 62 stone, and they are placed irregularly, which will interrupt the steps of pedestrians and restrain the vibration."

Architects behind the bridge have assured the public that the bridge has undergone stringent tests to ensure it can survive both human and non-human factors. Chairman of Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Chen Zhi Dong affirmed the glass bridge passed "with flying colors."

Linking the cliffs of Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon, the bridge can reportedly accommodate 800 people at a time. And those who successfully pass through will enjoy the view of the national park, which inspired James Camerons' planet Pandora in the film Avatar.

Daredevils will not only enjoy the 19-foot wide see through walkway but also bungee jumping and zipline experiences. Plans of holding a fashion event on the walk are also being made. 

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