21. Mount Huashan, China

Ever wanted to hike on a precariously high trail made up of a single plank of wood? No, neither have we. But for some reason, the tourists can't get enough of it. All you have to do is look at photos of Mount Huashan's famous hike to give yourself a case of vertigo. This cliffside trail is perched 7,087 feet in the air and leads to a temple and tea house. Though most of us would prefer more than a cup of tea at the end of such a feat, there are plenty of people who attempt it every year.

Traditionally, the trail was only frequented by monks and nuns, as a way to show their dedication to their faith - it's the only way to reach this extremely out of the way temple. But tourists have since caught on to the trail's existence and the death toll doesn't seem to bother anyone. No official statistics are available, but around 100 people fall to their death every year.

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