The iconic Singshore Suspension Bridge in Dentam is undergoing a transformation into a glass-deck skywalk bridge, following approval from the Ministry of DONER Tourism, Government of India. The bridge has been officially handed over to the Tourism and Civil Aviation Department by the Roads and Bridges Department for technical testing.
As part of this process, the bridge will be temporarily closed to vehicular traffic. An alternate diversion route is available for all types of vehicles during this period.
This exciting development aims to enhance the bridge’s appeal as a major tourist attraction, offering visitors a thrilling and unique experience once completed.
This suspension bridge is 25 kms away from Pelling and is the highest bridge in Sikkimand the secone highest gorge bridge in Asia. Singshore bridge is 650 ft long, 12 ft wide and its cable height is 700 ft – a piece of engineering marvel. The view from the bridge is mind boggling with a sight of numerous waterfalls. This bridge is 20 kms drive away from Uttray – a base camp for Singalila Mountain Range Trek.
Singshore Bridge
Dentam, West Sikkim, India
(328) feet high / (100) meters high
(656) foot span / (200) meter span
1997
Although some sources have its height at 200 meters, the Singshore suspension bridge is probably not much over 100 meters. The main span, however, is approximately 200 meters. There has been talk of putting a permanent bungee operation on the bridge but its remote location in the mountains of West Sikkim will make that unlikely to happen.
