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11. Carrick-A-Rede Rope Bridge, Northern Ireland
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Many people are afraid to look down, but if you do, you will find old caverns and tunnels under the suspension bridge linking two Northern Ireland islands. Comprising a 20-meter chasm between the mainland and the little island of Carrickarede, the exciting Carrick-A-Rede Rope Bridge spans Rising thirty meters above the rocks below, this bridge provides amazing views of the craggy shoreline and the glistening clean Atlantic Ocean. Originally constructed more than 350 years ago by salmon fishermen, the bridge has grown to be a well-known tourist site. The thrill of the encounter is enhanced by visitors' sensation of the bridge softly swinging in the wind as they cross. Apart from a natural marvel, the old caverns and caves seen under the bridge support a variety of marine life. Visiting on a calm day will help you to really enjoy the breathtaking surroundings free from distracting high gusts.
