For centuries, bridges have connected people around the world, but some bridges are so spine-tinglingly scary that they’ve attracted thrill-seekers from far and wide. From hair-raisingly high suspension bridges to rickety wooden structures crossing deep canyons, these are the top ten scariest bridges in the world.

1. Aiguille du Midi Bridge, France: This 300 foot-long, 984-foot-high suspension bridge is often called the most hair-raising bridge in the world. The bridge, which was built in 1965, allows visitors to the summit of the Aiguille du Midi in the French Alps to cross a sheer drop with only a thin cable providing support. 
2. Capilano Suspension Bridge, Canada: This 450-foot-long bridge is 230 feet high and spans a deep canyon near Vancouver. It was originally built in 1889 using hemp ropes and cedar planks and despite renovations over the years, it still looks – and feels – terrifyingly flimsy! 
3. Royal Gorge Bridge, United States: Spanning the Arkansas River in Colorado, this bridge is the highest bridge in the United States and the highest suspension bridge in the world. At 955 feet above the river, it’s not for the faint of heart. 
4. Hussaini Hanging Bridge, Pakistan: This bridge is considered one of the most dangerous in the world, and for good reason. Located in the northern Hunza part of Pakistan, the Hussaini Hanging Bridge consists of a series of broken wooden planks, missing ropes, and makeshift repairs that make it the stuff of nightmares for anyone scared of heights. 
5. Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, Northern Ireland: For over 350 years, fisherman have crossed Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge to reach a small island off the coast of Northern Ireland. Spanning a 30-meter-wide chasm, the bridge consists of a single rope handrail and a series of wooden planks, making it a truly frightening experience. 
6. Hang Pasola Bridge, Indonesia: Located on the island of Flores, Indonesia, the Hang Pasola Bridge is an old, wooden structure suspended over a deep, narrow canyon. It’s the type of bridge you expect to see in fairy tales – and it’s definitely one to be avoided if you’re scared of heights. 
7. Deception Pass Bridge, United States: This bridge connects Whidbey Island to Fidalgo Island in Washington State. It spans a beautiful but dangerous body of water, with powerful currents and steep drops that make it a truly spine-tingling experience. 
8. Vitim River Bridge, Russia: Located in the southeastern corner of Siberia, the Vitim River Bridge is a single-span steel structure suspended over a deep, fast-moving river. Despite its remote location, the bridge has become a tourist attraction due to its extreme beauty – and extreme danger. 
9. U Bein Bridge, Myanmar: Built in 1850, U Bein Bridge is the longest teak wood bridge in the world. Spanning 1.2 kilometers across Taungthaman Lake, the bridge is constructed from old teak posts and can be quite precarious in parts. 
10. Puente de Ojuela, Mexico: This 19th-century suspension bridge was once used as a way to cross the Río Nazas canyon in northern Mexico. Today, it’s a tourist attraction and the perfect spot for anyone who loves a thrilling experience. 

Conclusion: 

From hair-raisingly high suspension bridges to rickety wooden structures crossing deep canyons, these are the top ten scariest bridges in the world. Whether you’re a thrill-seeker looking for a new adventure or just curious about the most extreme bridges, these awe-inspiring constructions are sure to excite and terrify in equal measure.