The world's highest escalator has been launched in the mountains of China.
The arduous process of climbing up for the residents living in the mountainous regions of China has now become a thing of the past. This was reported by Zamin.uz.
In the Wushan district near the city of Chunsin, a true masterpiece of engineering has taken shape. This unique structure was built to provide convenience for the local population and tourists, and we will get acquainted with its details.
For many years, fulfilling simple everyday needs for the local people, such as going to work or going to the market, was a real challenge. People used to spend at least an hour each time climbing up steep cliffs and winding paths like a serpent's trail.
At the end of February 2026, while the Chinese New Year celebrations were ongoing, the Wushan God escalator complex was ceremoniously put into operation. Decorated with dragon dances and traditional red lanterns, this system has become not only a means of transport but also a new symbol of the region.
This complex set a new world record, surpassing the most famous system in the world with its size and construction complexity. The total length of the structure is 905 meters.
The elevation gain is 242 meters, which is approximately equivalent to an eighty-story building. The travel time was reduced from 60 minutes to 20 minutes.
The construction method was based on a structure embracing the mountain. The distinctive feature of the system is that it is not just a straight-line ascent, but a complex of escalators, elevators, and pedestrian walkways that replicate the natural curves of the terrain.
The entire structure is surrounded by sturdy glass panels, allowing passengers to enjoy the beautiful views of the famous Usya valley. The infrastructure was designed to withstand Chunsin's extremely steep terrain and unpredictable weather conditions.
Chunsin city, known as a mountain megalopolis, amazes the world with its infrastructure developed not on flat land but across several vertical levels. The launch of this project has not only eased the lifestyle of the local population but also contributed to a sharp increase in the flow of tourists to the region.
Now, reaching the mountain peak has turned from a tiring process into a pleasant journey. What about you, would you dare to ride such a glass-covered escalator that ascends to the height of an eighty-story building?
Does such a height scare you or excite you?
