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Iran builds Mideast’s highest swing bridge

The bridge over the river of Khiyav Chai in Meshginshhar is 345 meters long, suspended 80 meters above the ground. The region, known for its prime natural honey, is undergoing a flurry of construction and sprucing up its face to attract tourists. It is tucked away at the foot of the iconic Sabalan mountain which oozes a rich stream of hot mineral waters, attracting millions of tourists every year.

Iran is aiming to raise its tourism revenues put around $6 billion a year, which account for less than 0,5% of the world’s total income from the sector. “Iran’s 20-year vision plan targets attracting 20 million tourists by 2025 which will earn the country $30 billion,” director of Iran’s Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts and Tourism Organization Masoud Soltanifar has said.

Iran builds Mideast’s highest swing bridge