In 2022, Vietnam officially put itself on the world tourism map when it surpassed China to possess the longest glass bridge on the planet, a feat that astonished international media. Known as the Bach Long Glass Bridge, it is located amidst the majestic mountains of Northwest Vietnam, within the Moc Chau Island resort complex.

The Bach Long Glass Bridge, nestled amidst the majestic mountains and forests of Northwest Vietnam, is part of the Moc Chau Island resort complex. (Photo: Internet)

With a total length of 632m, the Bach Long Glass Bridge has been recognized by the Guinness World Records, surpassing the 526m record of the glass bridge at the Huangchuan Three Gorges Scenic Area (China). The project, invested in by a Vietnamese enterprise with a capital of approximately 773 billion VND, commenced construction in 2021 and officially opened to visitors on April 30th, 2022.

With a total length of 632m, the Bach Long Glass Bridge has been recognized by the Guinness World Records. (Photo: Internet)

Bach Long means "white dragon," and when people see the image of this bridge, they might immediately think of a majestic white dragon lying proudly amidst the magnificent mountains of Northwest Vietnam. Technically, the Bach Long glass bridge is designed according to strict international standards. The bridge spans two mountain peaks, with sections crossing valleys and others winding along cliffs, creating a precarious journey at an altitude of approximately 150 meters above the ground.

The bridge deck uses triple-layered, ultra-strong tempered glass with a total thickness of 40mm, capable of withstanding heavy loads and adapting to the harsh weather conditions of the highlands. All load-bearing cables are imported from South Korea and drilled deep into the bedrock, while safety inspections are conducted by a team of assessors from Japan, including testing with heavy trucks crossing the bridge. However, despite its capacity to accommodate thousands of people, the operator only allows 500 visitors per trip to ensure maximum safety.

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Visitors will have the opportunity to experience "walking in mid-air" on the Bach Long glass bridge. (Photo: Internet)

Beyond its awe-inspiring scale and height, the Bach Long glass bridge captivates visitors with its unique multi-sensory experience. The system of simulated light and sound effects, such as swimming fish and flying dragons beneath the glass surface, creates the sensation of walking in mid-air. At night, thousands of lights illuminate the entire bridge, transforming it into a "white dragon" winding through the mountains of Moc Chau.

The Cave of the Sacred Bird, also known as Muong Mooc Cave, marks the end of the bridge. (Photo: Internet)

To experience this bridge, visitors can purchase tickets for the tourist area and separate experience tickets. For adults, a glass bridge ticket costs 550,000 VND on weekdays and 650,000 VND on weekends. Notably, when purchasing a glass bridge ticket, visitors will receive free entry to the tourist area. Children between 1m and 1.4m tall receive a discounted price, and children under 1m tall are free to use both the glass bridge and the tourist area.

K.Hoang (According to Thoi Trang Vang)