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World's Tallest Bridge Opens, Transforming Travel in Guizhou

9/29/2025

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The Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge opened on September 28, 2025 in Guizhou, China, and is the world's tallest bridge.
At 625 meters high, it cuts travel time across the canyon from two hours to two minutes and spans 2,890 meters, with a 1,420-meter main span.
Construction began in 2022, overcoming geological challenges with drones and smart monitoring systems.

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The Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge opened on September 28, 2025 in Guizhou, China, and is the world's tallest bridge.
At 625 meters high, it cuts travel time across the canyon from two hours to two minutes and spans 2,890 meters, with a 1,420-meter main span.
Construction began in 2022, overcoming geological challenges with drones and smart monitoring systems.