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The Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge, the world’s highest bridge, has become a transformative landmark in Guizhou Province, China, significantly boosting tourism while improving the daily livelihoods of local people.
Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge in Guizhou, China. Photo by the Guizhou Branch of China News Service.
By Phetsamone Phommouny
Since its opening on 28 September 2025, the Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge has welcomed approximately 2.31 million visitors, according to local authorities.
Officials highlighted that the bridge serves as a vital transport link and a feat of modern engineering, showcasing China’s infrastructure advancements within challenging natural landscapes. They added that the area around the bridge has recorded a cumulative traffic flow of 460,000 vehicles, reflecting strong visitor engagement. This surge underscores how infrastructure projects can drive economic and cultural impact beyond their primary transport function.
A group photo of ASEAN media tour in Guizhou, China, April 16-21, 2026. Photo by the Guizhou Branch of China News Service.
In an interview with a journalist from the Lao News Agency during an ASEAN media tour in Guizhou from April 16 to 21, a local official emphasised the importance of the Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge, which stands 625 metres above the Beipan River in Guizhou’s mountainous terrain. With a main span of 1,420 metres, the project has become the world’s longest-span steel truss girder suspension bridge in mountainous regions.
In addition, the bridge’s structural features provide opportunities for a range of tourist attractions, including glass walkways, bungee jumping, sightseeing lifts, and cafés within the cable towers, a local official noted. These features transform the bridge into a multifunctional landmark, combining engineering excellence with experiential tourism.
