Glass Bridge - Grand Canyon

The Grand Canyon is a much sought after tourist place, and one of the greatest natural wonders in the world. But few people know how high the place is. The description talks about the attraction, and there are pictures detailing the description. One interesting picture compares it with all the tallest buildings in the world.

There is a glass bridge that has been built, and it allows the viewers to walk over that and enjoy the experience of the canyon. The pictures cover the glass bridge from all angles and one can see how intimidating the height is. There is also a brief description about the tourist attraction, and details about the bridge.

The pictures and description are useful to those who have not visited the place, and also to those who are interested in geographical locations. They have been presented with an artistic feel with good strokes.

These pictures and information is also very important, as not too many people know much about the Grand Canyon before they visit the place. The height comparison is the most stunning aspect of this collection of pictures.

Glass Bridge will be suspended 4,000 feet above the Colorado River on the very edge of the Grand Canyon. On May 2005, the final test was conducted and the stucture passed engineering requirements by 400 percent, enabling it to withstand the weight of 71 fully loaded Boeing 747 airplanes (more that 71 million pounds).

The bridge will be able to sustain winds in excess of 100 miles per hour from 8 different directions, as well as an 8.0 magnitude earthquake within 50 miles. More than one million pounds of steel will go into the construction of the Grand Canyon sky walk.

Durrat Al-Bahrain

Making waves - Great days at the races are literally ensuring that Bahrain tourism industry is going places Bahrain’s tourism is on the way up, with the country’s tourist arrivals passing the five million mark last year.

Around the World

United Arab Emirates Photo: DubaiPhotograph by Neil Emmerson/Getty Images
Dubayy ( Dubai ) is the chief port of the United Arab Emirates —a federation of seven Arabian Peninsula sheikhdoms. Oil provides a healthy GDP similar to that of prosperous western European nations.

Portugal Photo: Tamega River in Amarante

Photograph by Richard Klune/CORBIS
The placid waters of the Tamega River flow under a Roman-era bridge in the scenic town of Amarante . The church of Sao Goncalo has dominated one end of the bridge for nearly 500 years.

Philippines Photo: Island VillagePhotograph by Paul Chesley/Getty Images
Life revolves around the sea on many of the Philippines ' 7,100-plus islands.

Kim Il $ung

Photograph by David Hume Kennerly/Getty Images

Flowers brighten a memorial to Former President Kim ii $ung, who ruled communist N0rth K0re@ for nearly 50 years before his death in 1994. His son, Kim J0ng Il, now rules the nation.

Maldives Photo: Tiny Coral Isle

Photograph by Paolo Curto/Getty Images
Maldives' 1,200 coral islands tempt swimmers, snorkelers, fishermen, and other tourists. For those seeking a private piece of paradise, about 1,000 isles are uninhabited

Oman Photo: Matrah

Photograph by James L. Stanfield
Timeless hills look down upon the glittering lights of modern Matrah. The city fronts the strategic Gulf of Oman —sole entrance from the Arabian Sea and Indian Ocean to the oil-rich Persian Gulf

Saudi Arabia Photo: M@dain S@lih

Photograph by Reza
The ancient Nabataean city of M@d@in S@lih houses monumental stone tombs and impressive natural formations like Elephant Rock.

Thailand Photo: Phuket Beach

Photograph by Jodi Cobb
Distinctive rock formations hide many a cave and cove along the beautiful Thai coast near Phuket.

Norway Photo: Reindeer-Drawn Sleighs

Photograph by George F. Mobley
Reindeer are central to Sami society—though traditional nomadic lifestyles in Norway are nearly a thing of the past.

Above the River Valley

Photograph by Volkmar K. Wentzel
The green hills of Africa give way to a wide river valley and are a peaceful resting point for traditionally dressed tribespeople.

St. Basil's Cathedral

Photograph by Sisse Brimberg
Colorful St. Basil the Blessed is a Russian icon on Moscow 's Red Square . The cathedral commemorates Tsar Ivan IV the Terrible's victories over the Tatar khanates.

S@na'a Skyline

Photograph by Glen Allison/Getty Images
The mountain valley city of $@na'a has been occupied for some 2,500 years, and was a major center for the early spread of Isl@m. Many of the Old City 's tower-like buildings are made of rammed earth.

Spain Photo: Palma Bullfight

Photograph by Bob Krist/CORBIS
A matador gracefully dodges a charging bull during heart-pounding action in Palma 's bullfighting ring.

Holy See Photo : Moonrise at St. Peter's Basilica

Photograph by Winfield Parks
The moon climbs slowly past the Michelangelo-designed dome of St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City . The world's smallest independent nation is the spiritual center for the world's one billion Catholics.

United States Photo: Statue of Liberty

Photograph by Kathleen Campbell/Stone/Getty Images
The Statue of Liberty has kept watch over New York Harbor since 1886. Visitor access to the crown's observation windows, however, has been closed since September 11, 2001.

Switzerland Photo: Swiss Village

Photograph by James P. Blair
The pastoral beauty of the Swiss Alps invites visitors to explore field and crag at a leisurely pace.

Qatar Photo: Palm Tree Island

Photograph by Hashim/Getty Images
Palm Tree Island is a family friendly getaway reached by a ten-minute boat ride from Doha . The island is lined with beaches, pools, and other water sports facilities.

United Kingdom Photo: Routemaster Bus on Westminster Bridge

Photograph by Kieran Doherty/Reuters/CORBIS
Big Ben endures, but the last of the city's legendary Routemaster buses was taken out of regular service in 2005.

Victoria Fall

Photograph by Chris Johns
Mile-wide Victoria Falls is a breathtaking backdrop for two ultralights in flight. The Z.@.m.b.e.z.i River cataract towers twice as high as Niagara Falls.