Walking on Air: The Glass Bridge of Rajgir

Adding a modern marvel to its ancient landscape, the town of Rajgir now boasts Bihar's very first glass bridge. Suspended high above a gorge, this transparent walkway provides an adrenaline-pumping experience for visitors, offering unparalleled panoramic views of the lush green valleys below. For more on what to do in the area, see A Weekend in Rajgir. The town is in the Nalanda district.,The bridge is part of the Nature Safari park, a new ecotourism destination developed by the Bihar government. Measuring 85 feet in length and 6 feet in width, the bridge is built to international safety standards and can accommodate dozens of visitors at a time. Walking across it feels like floating in mid-air, with the entire landscape visible beneath your feet. The park also features other attractions like a zip line, a butterfly park, and nature trails.,Inspired by the famous glass bridge in Hangzhou, China, the Rajgir bridge is an engineering feat designed to boost tourism in the region. It offers a unique perspective of the five hills that surround Rajgir, which are steeped in mythological and historical significance, including the famous Griddhakuta Peak.,The Glass Bridge has quickly become a major tourist attraction, drawing crowds eager to experience the thrill and capture stunning photographs. It represents a new chapter in Bihar's tourism, blending natural beauty with modern engineering, complementing ancient sites like the Vishwa Shanti Stupa.

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