22 Terrifying Bridges That Will Make Your Heart Skip a Beat

6. Ponte Iya Kazurabashi, Japan

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Deep within the Iya Valley, the Kazurabashi Bridge is constructed from mountain vines, reflecting the ancient customs of rural Japan. Crossing this bridge becomes a voyage through time, as the groaning vines and swaying planks emphasize the bridge's delicate construction. For enhanced safety, steel cables are woven with the vines every three years, but the crossing remains a thrilling and somewhat unsettling experience, particularly when peering through gaps at the distant river below.