GRAND CANYON SKYWALK .
This is one of the newest
attractions of the Grand
Canyon. Open since 2007, the Grand Canyon Skywalk is open every day of
the year, and has been visited by over a million people from 50 countries. The
Skywalk is a glass bridge suspended 4,770 feet over the Grand Canyon and
extending 70 feet from the rim of the canyon. The cantilevered glass floor, one
of the world’s most recognizable, allows you to look down to the canyon below,
giving you a unique bird’s eye view of the beauty below. As you look to the
right of the skywalk you
will see an eagle carved out on the Canyon’s wall. You will find
this amazing piece of architecture on the western area of the Canyon near the
Colorado River.
The bridge was designed by Las
Vegas businessman, David Jin as a commission for the Hualapai Indian tribe. It
is sturdy enough to hold the weight of a dozen fully loaded 747s and can
withstand winds of up to 100mph. Since its completion, the Skywalk has become
one of the most popular day trips from Las Vegas as well as from Kingman, AZ.
Pros:
- Amazing views
- Revenue supports local Indian tribe
Cons:
- Long distance from Grand Canyon Village and Las Vegas
- Long Ride on bus over uncomfortable road
- Very expensive – around $75 per person
- Can’t bring your own camera on skywalk (But they’ll sell you pictures or memory cards)
