China's Sky-High Tourist Marvel: A 5,000-Foot Attraction
China's latest tourist attraction, the Tianti or "Sky Ladder," is a via ferrata-style climbing trail located 5,000 feet above ground on Mount Qixing in Zhangjiajie Nature Park, Hunan province. The 551-foot-long structure has become a viral sensation on Chinese social media, drawing over 1,200 visitors daily. The experience, which costs 580 yuan ($80), includes safety gear and guidance from coaches. The attraction is part of a growing trend in China for adventurous outdoor activities, with over 400 million people participating in such sports as of August 2024.