Bridges I Would Hold My Breath While Crossing

These bridges, some of the world’s highest, would certainly take my breath away.

The Royal Gorge Bridge - Colorado

Royal Gorge Bridge. Photo by michaelwm25.

The Royal Gorge Bridge near Canon City, Colorado, is 1053 feet above the Arkansas River. It was built in 1929 with the intention of being a tourist attraction, and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1983. The wooden walkway of the bridge is made of 1292 planks, and a railroad runs below at the bottom of the Royal Gorge. It is the highest bridge in the world.

The Millau Viaduct - France

Millau Viaduct. Photo by Eugene Regis.

The Millau Viaduct in southern France boasts the highest road deck in the world, at 890 feet over the Tarn River. Built in 2004, its highest mast is taller than the Eiffel Tower.

The Perrine Bridge - Twin Falls, Idaho

Perrine Bridge. Photo by Stupid Dingo.

The only bridge in the United States where BASE Jumping is allowed year-round without a permit. When the original bridge was opened in 1927, it was the highest bridge in the world. The bridge was replaced in 1974 and now stands 486 feet above the Snake River.

The Capilano Suspension Bridge - North Vancouver, British Columbia

Capilano Suspension Bridge. Photo by hardeep and gurminder.

230 feet above the Capilano River and originally built in 1888, the bridge has been upgraded and replaced several time and now attracts over 800,000 people a year.

The Crooked River High Bridge - Oregon

Crooked River High Bridge. Photo by Fuzzy Gerdes.

This bridge was completed in 1926 in Oregon. When the old bridge was unable to keep up with traffic demands, a new bridge was built nearby, but the old bridge remains open to pedestrians, 295 feet above the Crooked River Gorge.

The Rio Grande Gorge Bridge - New Mexico

Rio Grande Gorge Bridge. Photo by maryatexitzero.

The Rio Grande Gorge Bridge is a cantilever truss bridge over the Rio Grande, in New Mexico, 650 feet below. It was completed in 1965 and was once named Most Beautiful Steel Bridge in the Long Span category by the American Institute of Steel Construction.

The Glen Canyon Bridge - Arizona

Glen Canyon Bridge. Photo by tjk.

The Glen Canyon Bridge is just downstream from the Glen Canyon Dam which creates Lake Powell at Page, Arizona. Complete in 1964, it carries U.S. Route 89 700 feet above the canyon.

The Navajo Bridges - Arizona

Navajo Bridges. Photo by CanyonCountry

The Navajo Bridges are near-twins over the Colorado River’s Marble Canyon in Arizona, 464 feet high. The original bridge was completed in 1929 and is open to pedestrian and equestrian traffic, while its newer counterpart was opened in 1995 and carries U.S. Route 89A.

The Foresthill Bridge - California

Foresthill Bridge. Photo by psd.

The Foresthill Bridge stands 730 feet over the American River in California. It is the tallest bridge in California. Also called the Foresthill-Auburn Bridge or Auburn Bridge, it was opened in 1973. Pedestrians can walk from end to end.

The New River Gorge Bridge - West Virginia

New River Gorge Bridge. Photo by meadowsa.

The New River Gorge Bridge in Fayetteville, West Virginia stands 876 feet over the New River. Completed in 1977, it was for many years the longest steel-arch bridge in the world. Until 2004, it was the longest vehicular bridge in the world. It is featured on the West Virginia state quarter that was issued in 2005.

The Golden Gate Bridge - California

Golden Gate Bridge. Photo by Bernt Rostad.

The Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, CA, 200 feet above the water, is one of the most-photographed places in the United States. Open to both traffic and pedestrians, it was the longest suspension bridge in the world when it opened in 1937.

The Brooklyn Bridge - New York

Brooklyn Bridge. Photo by Global Jet.

The Brooklyn Bridge in New York City is one of the oldest suspension bridges in the United States. It was opened in 1883 and became a National Historic Landmark in 1964. It’s 135 feet above the East River at its highest point, and just over a mile long. It is open to both vehicle traffic and pedestrians.

The Seven Mile Bridge - Florida

Seven Mile Bridge. Photo by phault.

The Seven Mile Bridge to the Florida Keys isn’t as high, rising only 65 feet above the water, but what it lacks in height it makes up for in length, at nearly seven miles long. The original lanes were built in the early 1900’s, and the now-used parallel section was opened in 1982.

Information source: Wikipedia.

Top 10 Real Estate Properties For Sale

Real Estate On ebay

Some of the most expensive items listed on ebay are real estate properties. For those who are interested in investing in real estate it will be a good place to start as you may get lucky and win an auction there. Just make sure that the documents related to the property are in order. It will also be a good idea to visit the property for sale, if possible. So if you have a lot of money and time to invest in the real estate head over to ebay. Even if you don't really like it, you can always sell it again for a profit on ebay! I have listed below the top ten real estate properties that are for sale on ebay. This page will be updated periodically. So you visit often to find out if there is anything that interests you and suits your requirements.

Real Estate Investments

Caribbean Puerto Rico Island Beachfront Oceanfront Land Current Bid: $21000000.00

If you're looking for paradise this is it! This is the best beach property in all Puerto Rico. That's it, there's nothing else to compare to this. Even if you travel the world you won't find a piece of land as spectacular as this one with the capabilities to develop the finest and more exclusive tourism destination. Tourism is our main source of revenue in the island, and tourism is skyrocketing here. Is the best value and vacation for the US tourist. Is fast to get here: 2 hours from Florida, 3.5 hours from New York. US citizens don't need a passport. More than 60 percent of Americans doesn't have a passport, and at the time for a quick getaway to paradise the destination is Puerto Rico. The land is divided in lots of 4.85 acres.

SPECTACULAR FLORIDA HORSE FARM, 173 ACRES Current Bid: $2940000.00

This spectacular farm is located in northwest Ocala, in the area known to have among the best soil and climate in the world for horse development and health. The land has the picturesque rolling hills and granddaddy oak trees typical of MarionCounty. The farm is perfect for breeding and/or training Thoroughbreds, while being adaptable for other equestrian disciplines such as hunter/jumpers, dressage, and Arabians.

Improvements consist of 3 barns totaling 88 stalls. Price: $2,940,000. 80% Seller Financing may be available.

Three other adjacent parcels are also available for sale: a) the Training Center featuring a 5/8th mile racetrack, b) the 9,700 sq ft Clubhouse with a swimming pool, and c) 30-acre parcel with a 20-stall wooden barn. Prices start at $745,000.

'WATER PARK" CUERNAVACA, MX. EXCELLENT BUSINESS

ALMOST 7.5 ACRES, WHICH ARE 3 HECTAREAS, 7 SWIMMING POOLS, 6 HUGE SLIDES, HUGE PARKING LOT, THE WATERPARK HAS IT'S OWN DEEP WATER HOLE, AND IS SELF WATER PROVIDED, 4 HUGE RESTROOMS 2 FOR MEN AND 2 FOR WOMEN WITH SHOWERS AND LOCKERS, WAVE RIVER, AQUA-BAR, AVALANCHE, KAMIKASE, FANTASY ISLAND, MORE THAN 10 ATTRACTIONS, BOUTIQUE, INFANTS AREAS, PRESSURE SLIDES, HANGING BRIDGES, 3 FASE ELECTRIC PROVIDED, MINI ZOO WITH DEERS AND OSTRICH, EXCELLENT BUSINESS YOU CAN DEPEND ON, I LIVE IN TEXAS, US. AND IT IS PRETTY COMPLICATED TO RUN IT FROM HERE, LOTS OF INCOME GUARATEE, IT DOES HAVE A LOT OF EXTRAS I JUST CAN'T REMEMBER RIGHT NOW, EXCELLENT MANTAINED, LOTS OF VISITORS ALL YEAR LONG, THE WETHER IN THE CITY OF CUERNAVACA STATE OF MORELOS, IS HOT ALL YEAR LONG

380 ACRES OF SCENIC MOUNTAIN LAND, GOLF COURSE, & LODGE Current Bid: $1500000.00

THE PROPERTY IS LOCATED ON TOP OF A MOUNTAIN IN SOUTHWEST VIRGINIA WITH A NINE HOLE GOLF COURSE, A TEN ROOM LODGE, +380 ACRES OF LAND WITH BREATH TAKING SCENIC VIEWS, AND AN A-FRAME CABIN. THERE ARE MILES OF HIKING, BIKING, ATV OR HORSE BACK RIDING TRAILS.

IT IS A GREAT INVESTMENT PROPERTY THAT CAN BE DEVELOPED FOR CABIN SITES, CORPORATE GET-A-WAY, HUNTING LODGE, OR JUST A QUITE PLACE TO RELAX. DUE TO THE HIGH DEMAND FOR HOUSING AND LODGING IN THIS AREA, THE LODGE HAS HAD AND WILL CONTINUE TO BE 100 % RENTED.

WEST VIRGINIA FARM HOUSE 370 ACRES WV Current Bid: $995000.00

TEP BACK INTO TIME!! (ONLY WITH MODERN CONVENIENCES) GO PAST THE CARE TAKERS HOUSE AND UP THE LANE TO A BEAUTIFUL TWO STORY HOUSE THAT WILL MAKE YOU THINK YOU'VE STEPPED BACK TO THE TURN OF THE CENTURY . MAIN HOUSE IS SURROUNDED BY 370 ACRES M/L OF LAND SHAPED LIKE A HORSE SHOE WITH THE MAIN HOUSE IN THE CENTER. IT CONSISTS OF MEADOWS, WOODS, PONDS,& BARNS. WATCH THE HORSES RACING ACROSS THE MEADOWS AND SILHOUETTED ON THE HILL TOPS. SET ON ONE OF YOUR DOUBLE FRONT PORCHES AND HEAR ONLY THE SOUNDS OF NATURE.

BEAUTIFUL VERY PRIVATE 1 MILE DRIVEWAY LEADING UP THE MAIN HOUSE WITH 370 ACRES M/L. THIS FARM IS ONLY 20 MINUTES FROM DOWNTOWN CHARLESTON WV. MAIN HOUSE IS A WELL MAINTAINED TURN OF THE CENTURY HOME AND IS IN THE MIDDLE OF THE 370 ACRES M/L.

RANCH FOR SALE - COMPLETE OPERATION - SOUTH TEXAS Current Bid: $4500000.00

For sale, $4,500,000.00! SOUTH TEXAS HUNTING RANCH AND OPERATION! The sale includes the real property of the Double C Ranch, the equipment and similar assets of HWJ Leasing, Ltd! and the hunting operation of HuntingWithJeff.com, LLC. It is a fully functioning hunting operation complete with the ranch, 25 species of native and Exotic Game, 14,500+ square feet of lodging, 18 bedrooms with private baths, swimming pool , two hot tubs and much, much more. See the abbreviated list of amenities below.

Owner will alternatively provide a $2,000,000.00 credit to the sale's price as advance payment for a five year lease. This reduces the sale's price to only $2,500,000.00. The lease will require the seller, as lessee to operate the ranch and hunting business for five years, and pay all taxes, insurance, utilities, feed , repairs and maintenance. Seller is amenable to extending the lease at the end of five years upon payment of additional lease payments at that time. This ranch and hunting operation would cost far in excess $4,500,000 if you tried to replicate it today and would take years to develop a book of business with repeat and referral clientele that grossed $1,700,000 plus in 2008!

NORTH CAROLINA ACREAGE CLOSE TO CHEROKEE Current Bid: $2450000.00

Beautiful, Relaxing & Serene...this property has it all!

Great for a Bed & Breakfast and Development

With a soothing rock flowing creek, a walk-about pond

and trees shading your every step,

this unique retreat is for those with a heart of appreciation.

Location: Whittier NC, 28789 (located in Conley Creek Community).

8 miles from Bryson City or Cherokee, NC

2 miles from Smoky Mountains Country Club.

Land details: 200 +/- Acres in two adjoining parcels.

Mountain Land

73 acres in the lower elevation with creek and small lake

139 acres in the higher elevation

Elevation of 2200-3800 ft.

Two Accesses Available:

One is off Conley Creek Road (hard surface), with beautiful stone bridge entrance. (Check it out on our slide show!!)

Second access is off of Chestnut Cove Road.

Property/Retail details: Large, 3 level stone house

First floor: Full kitchen, dining area, living room (with French door access to outside porch), 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath.

Second floor: 3 Large bedrooms (each with French door access to outside deck/porch), 2 full baths.

Third floor: Basement, washer/dryer connections.

Price: $2.45 Million.

Florida Country Estate Property, 21.85 Acres Current Bid: $2185000.00

Unique, private, secure, describe this 21.85 acre Country Estate property located just 10.25 miles West of the center of the main campus of the University of Florida and Shands Teaching Hospital in Gainesville, Florida. 100 year old giant Oak's form a canopy covered privately owned deeded entrance to this unique Estate property. During the more than 35 years that I have owned this property I have allowed large trees to grow up all around the property to create a secure private sanctuary. The large 21 acre parcel at the Southern end of this 1/2 mile long property is surrounded by trees which provide complete privacy and security on all four boundaries.

Ownership of this Estate will be transferred by Warranty Deed secured by an Insured Owner's Policy of Title Insurance. This is not a "Tax Certificate" or "Defaulted Mortgage" sale. The purchaser is assured of the security of the Title and full “Fee” ownership of the Estate free and clear from any liens or encumbrances. In the past cattle, horses and crops have thrived on this fertile rich soil. The southern portion of the property has a gentle increase in elevation of 15 feet beginning at the canopied entrance to the southern boundary. The 21 acre parcel cannot be viewed from the County Road. The property is surrounded on all four sides by rolling green pasture land with giant Oak trees. The adjacent property is owned by the same family who has owned the property for generations. The family has preserved the giant Oak trees on the rolling green pastures bordering this elegant Estate property. This property is an ideal building site for your Country Estate with ample room for a Main House, Guest House, Stable and other amenities. This property is located within 4 miles of major shopping centers. Because of the large trees surrounding the property and single highly restricted access this unique property affords a high level of personal privacy and security, There is a buried 120 telephone line cable to the center of the 21 acres. The property also has a 4 inch deep water well.

Gainesville is located in North Central Florida immediately north of the heart of Florida Horse Country. The University of Florida, Gainesville is Florida's Flagship University. Shands Teaching Hospital provides unparralled access to the highest quality of cutting edge medical care. Gainesville and The University of Florida present an environment that exists only in larger cities which are home to great Universities who offer a broad variety of Graduate and Professional studies; cultural arts and national championship football and basketball. The University of Florida is also home to museums and art galleries which provide opportunities for a broad range of intellectual, art and cultural activities. Gainesville is home to the Florida State Museum and the Florida State Theater. The University of Florida is home to the Colleges of Law, Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Medicine, Allied Health Professions as well as multiple Medical and Surgical Residency and Fellowship programs. The new Brain Institute and Cancer Research and Treatment Center are also part of Shands Teaching Hospital. The University of Florida is the premier research University in the state of Florida and the Southeastern United States.

WATTS BAR LAKE MOUNTAIN DEVELOPMENT IN EAST TENNESSEE! Current Bid: $1500000.00

TRIEANA AT WATTS BAR LAKE is a 165 acre Mountain Top Peninsula almost completely surrounded by Watts Bar Lake! Home sites are up to 300 vertical feet above the lake, featuring sunrises of the Smoky Mountains! This development is planned for approximately 80 Home sites varying in size of up to 5 acres each. Best of all, we have 5 community LAKEFRONT LOTS for recreational use to all property owners. Municipal water, sewer, gas, underground electric and telephone are approved. State permits for a self contained sewer plant and municipal water are approved and in hand. 24 lots have been platted and recorded. A State Charter and Covenants/Restrictions are filed and recorded. Approximately 6300 feet of road bed is completed out of a total of 8200 feet planned. This is a unique opportunity to obtain a high end subdivision which is well underway and ready for immediate retail sales OR, another possibility is ONE KILLER ESTATE with unparalleled views. This property has some of the most spectacular views in East Tennessee with 70 mile vistas to the Smoky Mountains!

Named the "Outback" by the owners, the property is a wildlife habitat for deer, hog, and turkey
and is over 80% forested with native oaks and other indigenous trees.

The property has miles of 4-wheel and single track trails throughout making it ideal for hiking,
biking, and exploring. It contains five ponds, numerous meadows, a shooting range, two long
creek beds with fossils, hill-climbs, and a small cave.

The Outback has a 2-story brick home built in 1998. The house has 3 bedroom areas, two bathrooms,
a garage, outdoor fireplace and kitchen. It is powered by solar panels and a propane driven 23 Kw
generator that provides power, heat and A/C.

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