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Portugal Inaugurates world s Longest Pedestrian Suspension Bridge; See Breathtaking Pics
The world s longest pedestrian suspension bridge, Arouca 516, has opened in northern Portugal and was officially inaugurated on May 2.
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The world s longest pedestrian suspension bridge has opened in northern Portugal and was officially inaugurated on May 2. The Arouca Bridge is 516 meters long and it hangs 175 metres above the fast-flowing Paiva River. The narrow footbridge connects Aguieiras Waterfall and Paiva Gorge and it is the latest adventure offering in the Arouca Geopark, which is known for its extreme sports.
According to The Guardian, before Sunday’s official opening ceremony, people from the nearby town were allowed to walk over the megastructure’s see-through metal grids. Hugo Xavier was the first person to make the crossing. After reaching the other side of the footbridge, Xavier said that he was a little afraid, but it was so worth it. He ca
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