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The world’s tallest bridge, located in the Guizhou province in Southern China, officially opened to traffic on Sunday, Sept. 28
Called the Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge, the engineering marvel towers approximately 2,050 feet above the Beipan River
It took nearly four years to construct, and reduces travel time across the canyon from two hours to two minutes
The world’s tallest bridge has officially opened for traffic — and it’s cutting down travel time for commuters by a significant amount.
The record-breaking Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge in Southern China stands approximately 2,050 feet above the Beipan River, making it the tallest bridge in the world, according to NBC News and CNN . The newly-constructed bridge — which towers over the river and gorge in the province