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Stairway to Heaven, China

From series “Furious Footways Around the World That Make You Dizzy”
Height: 91.5 meters.

China is famous for its unique staircases, which pass in the most difficult and hard-to-reach mountainous areas. One of the most unusual and terrible stairs is to be found in Hunan, in the vicinity of the city of Lingzhou. A few years ago in a picturesque mountainous area was installed a huge spiral staircase. The construction got the romantic name "Stairway to Heaven".

Originally, it was erected with the sole purpose of attracting tourists to the picturesque region and allowing them to fully appreciate the beauty and harmony of the local landscapes. There is a staircase at the slope of Tiahan Mountain, its height is 91.5 meters. Passing the whole spiral staircase, tourists find themselves on an excellent viewing platform, from which one can not only admire the surroundings, but also make excellent memorable pictures.

Climbing the stairs promises to be an unforgettable event. It is swinging from the constantly blowing winds in the mountains and is creaking underfoot. The sensations are added by birds flying in close proximity. Absolutely everyone is allowed to an unusual attraction in the mountain area of ​​Lingzhou. But not all of them are allowed to climb onto the stairs. The ascent is only allowed to people under 60 years. Before the ascent, they should sign a special paper that confirms that they have no health problems. At the disposal of other tourists is an elevator, which takes them to the viewing platform in just a few seconds. Next - Ladder Angkor Wat


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Stairway to Heaven - interactive map

Useful staff nearby

ATM bankomat: 'Jinzhong Commercial Bank 24-hour Self-service Bank' located in 39 km ( check the route on the map).
Car rental office: 'Jishun Car Rental' is located in 40 km ( on the map).
Supermarket: 'Meet all' in 39 km
Parking: 'Lily Hotel Parking Lot' in 39 km
Apotheek: 'Ronghua Drug Store' in 38 km
Cafe/restaurant: 'Renyili Restaurant' in 40 km
Railway station: 'Shouyang Railway Station' in 21 km

Nearest airports:
 »  Taiyuan Airport TYN - in 43 km

Best hotels near Stairway to Heaven

Garden International Hotel Taiyuan

Located in 39 km from Stairway to Heaven
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Rooms: 349
Featuring modern interiors, the air-conditioned guest rooms are fitted with a minibar, a flat-screen TV and a personal safe. The en suite bathroom … More: photo, rates and booking
Jinjiang Inn - Taiyuan Liuxiang

Located in 40 km from Stairway to Heaven
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Rooms: 100
Rooms at Taiyuan Liuxiang are equipped with a flat-screen TV, tea/coffee maker and a private bathroom with shower. Guests can enjoy breakfast at Xing … More: photo, rates and booking
Yingze Hotel Shanxi

Located in 41 km from Stairway to Heaven
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Rooms: 291
Yingze Hotel is a 10-minute drive from Taiyuan Railway Station and a 30-minute drive from Jinci Scenic Spot. Taiyuan Wusu International Airport is a … More: photo, rates and booking
Diyi International Boutique Hotel

Located in 42 km from Stairway to Heaven
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Rooms: 146
Diyi International Boutique Hotel is a 15-minute walk from Meisha Shopping Mall and a 15-minute drive from Taiyuan Railway Station. Taiyuan Wusu … More: photo, rates and booking

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