5 Attractive Staircases To Visit Around The World

Staircases are constructions designed to bridge large vertical distances by dividing it into smaller vertical distances, called steps. People often avoid the stairs because they were boring and strenuous, and often choose to ride the elevators, but not every time... Some stairs next to the amazing design, have incredible views of the surrounding terrain and simply attract tourists and local visitors, to walk through them.

# Bueren Mountain, Belgium

Bueren Mountain is not a real mountain. It is a 374 steps long staircase in Liège. The stairs were built in 1881 to allow soldiers on top of the hill to go down to the centre without having to walk through the dangerous alleys. The structure is named for 15th century aristocrat Vincent de Bueren, from what is now the the Dutch province of Gelderland, who defended the city of Liège from an attack by the Duke of Burgundy. A largely destroyed citadel, not far from the Bueren Mountain, was formerly a stronghold of the city's defences.

# Stairs Above the Sea, Spain

This beautiful staircase is located on the island Gaztelugatxe in Spain. Gaztelugatxe is a tiny islet on the coast of Biscay belonging to the municipality of Bermeo, in Basque Country (Spain). It is connected to the mainland by a man made bridge. On top of the island stands a hermitage that dates from the 10th century, although certain discoveries indicate that the date might be the 9th century.

# Spiral Staircase in Taihang Mountains, China

A 300-foot (91,5m) staircase along a mountain face in the Taihang Mountains in Linzhou, China, offer the thrill of mountaineering without the danger. The hike up the stairs provides a great experience one will not easily forget, and no special gear is needed. However, due to safety and health concerns, the management has qualifications before anyone is allowed to ascend. Climbers must be under 60 years of age and are asked to fill out a form confirming that they do not have heart or lung problems.

# Awaji Hyakudanen, Japan

Awaji Yumebutai (or in English - "Stage of Dreams") is a complex array of buildings and other areas located on Awaji Island in Hyōgo Prefecture, Japan. One of the of the gardens of Awaji Yumebutai is the 100-level garden (or in Japanese - hyakudan’en), the garden consists of 100 squares of terraced smaller gardens.

# Moses Bridge Stairs, Netherlands

Early 17th century Fort de Roovere is surrounded by a moat and was originally built without a bridge. Yet, as part of a recent restoration program, it required the addition of an access bridge. Out of respect for the fort’s original island status, Netherlands-based RO&AD Architecten constructed the Moses Bridge Stairs, a discreet “sunken” bridge that sits flush with the line of the soil and the water. The result is an almost invisible brid