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A large number of stairs in the world, the beauty of which is admired by millions of tourists, prompted us to create a review on the topic "The longest stairs in the world." We present it to your attention.
Chkalovskaya staircase in the form of infinity
We will start with the longest staircase in Russia, the honor of the name of which belongs to the Chkalov staircase in Nizhny Novgorod. It leads to the monument dedicated to the famous Soviet pilot Valery Chkalov. The design is made in the form of a figure eight - a symbol of infinity and has 560 steps.
The staircase has 2 parallel descents, which are combined into 2 observation platforms located at different heights. The idea of the monument began to be implemented immediately after the war, and prisoners of the fascist SS army were involved in its implementation. The final completion of construction is dated 1949.
Jacob's ladder - the longest straight format structure
The longest straight staircase in the world is located on the island of St. Helena, which remained in centuries of history due to the fact that one of the great conquerors of the world, Napoleon Bonaparte, ended his days there.
One of the main attractions of the island was conceived as a structure for the rapid delivery of goods from the port of Jamestown to the city. It was not designed for walking, so it was created with a very steep slope. The building was completed in 1829.
Staircase for the Chocolate Carnival
In 1995, for the realization of the original idea of \u200b\u200bholding the Chocolate Carnival in the small New Zealand town of Dundin, a staircase project was implemented with the steepest slope in the world. She was intended for the final act of the carnival - the simultaneous descent from her 30,000 chocolates.
The sight is truly mesmerizing! Later, the design was used for steep slope running competitions. The houses on the side of the stairs were built for people who wanted to live here using a special technology.
Spiral staircase in the Vatican
The longest spiral staircase in the world is in the Vatican. It was built in 1932 by special order of Pope Pius XI. It was not a luxury item, but a necessity in connection with the opening of the Vatican Pinakothek. The architect of the spiral staircase is Giuseppe Moro.
The project is interesting in the embodiment of two designs of stairs, as if folded into each other. One is descending, the other is ascending. People on the stairs in the Vatican have a mystical feeling of the unreality of what is happening - visitors go towards each other, but do not meet.
The longest turning staircase
The longest turning staircase in the world is located in Spain on the island of Gastelugache, on the coast of the Bay of Biscay. The staircase was built by a hermit in the 10th century and leads to his hut. The design has 237 steps.
The longest wooden staircase in the world
The honor of being the longest wooden staircase in the world belongs to a design in the small village of Flørli in Norway. The wooden staircase has 4,444 steps, is 1,600 meters long and 740 meters high.
The structure leads to the first power plant in Norway, built at the beginning of the 20th century. In 1917 it was the most powerful turbine in the country. Now it is one of the best attractions. And now there is a process of water movement through the pipeline, which tourists can observe.
When an elevator breaks down in your house, what do you think about? Climb on foot to the N-th floor ... And even if with bags! Or after work, wallowing from fatigue. Or after a walk with a child. We at TravelAsk decided to boost your morale and show you that going up to the ninth floor is not so scary. After all, there are stairs in which there are several thousand steps! And what's more, they arrange races. Voluntarily!
Run to the Alps
The longest staircase leads to the top of the Niesen mountain in the Swiss Alps. Just imagine, its length is 3.5 kilometers, and there are 11,674 steps here!
The staircase starts on the mountainside at an altitude of 700 meters above sea level and ends at the top of the mountain, which is 2363 meters high. With all this, the slope of the mountain here is quite large, on average 60%.
Despite such a height, the stairs attract many tourists, but you can climb it on foot only once a year. The fact is that in June they organize a competitive race along it. And there are so many people here that you need to sign up in advance, several months in advance. These competitions are called Niesen Treppenlauf, and usually no more than 500 people participate in them.
But in fact, it is not necessary to make so much effort to climb to the top of the mountain. The fact is that there is a funicular. The trailer operates from April to November, it travels slowly, overcoming the route in about 28 minutes. Therefore, it is quite possible to enjoy the alpine forests and pastures with cows grazing on them.
Well, if you still want to climb the mountain on foot, then there are hiking trails for tourists that fully compensate for the longest staircase. And those wishing to participate in the race must hurry with registration. By the way, today Niesen Treppenlauf has its own records. In 2011, a man from the Swiss city of Evion climbed 11,674 steps in 55 minutes and 55 seconds. Among women, the record was set in 2005: climbing the stairs took 1 hour 7 minutes and 7 seconds.
So there is someone to look up to)
The charm of the mountains
It doesn't really matter how you climb Nizen. The views from the top of the mountain are stunning, especially at sunset. From here you can see Lake Thun, one of the largest in Switzerland.
But not only beautiful landscapes attract guests. There is a restaurant and even the Niesen-Kulm hotel, so it’s quite possible to stay here for the night)
People often avoid stairs so as not to strain themselves, trying to use elevators more. But this is not always the case, especially when the staircase is a real work of art.
Buren mountain in Belgium
Mount Buren is not a real mountain, but the name of a ladder. It consists of 374 steps and is located in Liege. The staircase was built in 1881 to allow soldiers to descend into the city center from high ground while avoiding dangerous paths. The staircase is named after the 15th century aristocrat Vincent de Buren, who defended the city of Liège from an attack by the Duke of Burgundy. A nearly ruined citadel near Mount Buren was formerly the city's stronghold of defense. Once you reach the top, you will be rewarded with great views of the city and the Meuse River.
Staircase over the sea, Spain
This beautiful staircase is located on the island of Gastelugatxe in Spain. This tiny island on the coast of the Bay of Biscay belongs to the municipality of Bermeo in the Basque Country. The stairs lead to the hermitage, which was built in the 10th century. In total, the staircase has 237 steps. It is best to visit these places in autumn or spring to enjoy the peace and beauty environment. In summer it is usually crowded.
taihan spiral staircase
A 91.5-meter-high staircase is installed along the slope of the Tiaihan Mountain in Lingzhou, China. It offers the thrill of mountaineering without any danger. An excursion up the stairs does not require preparation and additional equipment. Here you will feel the full force of the wind, birds will fly past, and the steps will creak. It's much more interesting than taking the elevator. However, due to safety and health concerns, a number of conditions must be accepted. Climbers must be under the age of 60 and must complete a form certifying that they do not have heart or lung problems.
Awaji stairs in Japan
The "Awaji Yumebutai" (or "Staircase of Dreams") is an elaborate complex of buildings and other structures located on the island of Awaji in Japan. One of the Awaji complexes is a 100-level garden, consisting of 100 flower beds and stairs. The complex was built as a memorial to the Hanshin earthquake (1995). Construction was carried out on the side of the mountain, which was half demolished in the early 90s. Her stones were used during the construction of artificial islands in Osaka Bay (one of them is the Kansai International Airport).
Bridge of Moses
At the beginning of the 17th century Fort de Rouviere was surrounded by a moat and was originally built without a bridge. But a recent restoration program required the construction of a bridge. Out of respect for the fort's original island status, the Dutch company RO&AD Architecten built the Moses Staircase Bridge. The result was an original "sunken" bridge, literally merging with the water line. As a result, an almost invisible bridge partially submerges pedestrians in a moat of water. Initially, the defense zone was flooded deep enough to hinder enemy advance, yet was shallow enough to prevent effective use boats.
Steps to the Canyon
This famous staircase to the Canyon is located next to the Pailon del Diablo waterfall in Ecuador. Pailon del Diablo is a fairly large waterfall only 30 minutes away from the city of Benos in Ecuador. This is one of the most popular attractions in the area. When visiting Ecuador, be sure to conquer this unique descent
Chand Baori Well
Chand Baori is a structure located in the village of Abaneri near Jaipur. The well was built in 800, its narrow 3500 steps in 13 floors extend 30 meters underground. The state of Rajasthan is extremely dry, so the Shand Baori structure was designed to retain as much water as possible. At the base of the well, the air remains 5-6 degrees lower than at the surface. This place was used as a resting place for the locals during periods of extreme heat.
Santorini stairs in Greece
In 1715, the islanders built a steep staircase on a steep mountain slope, so they could get from the sea to the top and back. Donkeys were used to help carry cargo and passengers from ships to the city. In 1930 the stairs were improved and more donkeys were used. Finally, a cable car was installed in 1979 to automate the process - but the most interesting ride is still the donkey ride. The zigzag staircase from the sea to the city is paved with stone, and because of the many windings, the distance from one end to the other is 1300 meters. There are 657 10 cm steps in total, and the climb provides a very good warm-up on a sunny day. Santorini occupies a special place among the sights of Greece; everyone who visits these places dreams of visiting it.
Schlossberg stairs in Austria
The main attraction of Graz is the Schlossberg (Clock Tower). It stands proudly and is visible from all points in the city. Tourists and locals climb to the top to enjoy an incredible view of Graz and the surrounding area. The Schlossberg staircase is located at the far end of the Schlossbergplatz. An imposing staircase is carved into the rock and leads to the top of the hill to the clock tower. The 260 steps of the stairs are not very difficult to climb, but those who wish can use the elevator.
Potemkin Stairs in Odessa
The Potemkin Stairs is a giant staircase in Odessa, Ukraine. The staircase is considered the formal entrance to the city from the sea, it is the most famous symbol of Odessa. It was originally known as the Richelieu staircase. The top step is 12.5 meters wide and the lowest step is 21.7 meters. The height of the stairs is 27 meters and the length is 142 meters, but due to the different widths at the top and bottom, the illusion of a greater length is created.
Haiku stairs in Hawaii
The Haiku Staircase, also known as the Stairway to Heaven, is a steep hiking trail on the island of Oahu, Hawaii. The trail begins as a wooden staircase leading up to a cliff on the south side of the Haiku Valley. The ladder was installed in 1942 to carry a cable from one side of the cliffs to the other. This was necessary in order to provide a continuous communication line to the naval radio station at an altitude of approximately 850 meters. The staircase was restored in 2003 at a cost of $875,000 to the city. But due to unresolved land use issues, the city and county of Honolulu said there is currently no plan to open the staircase for public use.
Bridge over the Traversinertobel
The stair-bridge over the Traversinertobel, one of the slopes of the Via Mala, is the latest structure of this type, designed by the engineer Jürg Conzett and his partner Rolf Bachofner. They solved the problem of connecting two different gorge heights by creating a staircase. The ladder replaces a rope bridge for travelers, which was destroyed by a landslide. The new footbridge covers a distance of 56 meters with a height difference of 22 meters between the two slopes.
Staircase as art
This 21 meter tall sculpture is called the Tiger and the Turtle and is located on a slope in Duisburg, Germany. The steps meander along the steel frame in a helical pattern, culminating in a dead loop. Visitors can climb the Staircase in Duisburg, but the loop in the center does not allow a full circle.
Universe cascade
The Cascade of the Universe is located on a slope along Dumfries Gardens in Scotland and consists of a steep series of steps. Large platforms with viewing benches were installed on each span. Here you can simply admire the beauty of nature, or relax during the ascent. The stairs start at the pond and lead to a beautiful pavilion at the top. Although the gardens are private, they open to the public once a year.
How many interesting structures have been erected in Russia! Some of them are rightfully considered the most outstanding in some respect. For example, the Chkalovskaya staircase, located in Nizhny Novgorod and named after the famous Soviet pilot, is the longest in the country.
Short story
There is also alternative title Chkalov stairs - Volga. It was built in order to connect the Minin and Pozharsky Square with the Volga river embankment.. The authors of the project were the architects Yakovlev, Rudne and Munts.
The staircase got its name due to the fact that its beginning is located at the monument to Valery Chkalov, the hero Soviet Union who made an invaluable contribution to the development of the domestic aircraft industry.
The total number of steps of the Chkalov Staircase is 560 pieces. Outwardly, it is made in the form of an infinity sign, or, more simply, the "eight". Those places where the side slopes intersect are equipped with viewing platforms. There are two such sections throughout. A staircase leads to the Volga, or rather to the monument to the boat "Hero".
The original name of the Chkalov Stairs is Stalingrad, because its laying was dedicated to the victory in the battle of Stalingrad in 1943. It is interesting that captured Germans took part in its construction, which was completed in 1949.
It should be noted that the author of the idea of building a staircase was the chairman of the city executive committee, Alexander Shulpin, who put it forward in 1939. However, the outbreak of war was a serious obstacle to the construction of the structure. However, the idea was not forgotten by the author. During one of his business trips to Moscow (1943), he prepared a project for approval. It is worth understanding how difficult it was to achieve agreement, but Shulpin succeeded. The necessary funds were allocated for the construction of the stairs along the Volga slope. But this building cost Alexander Shulpin the post of mayor. He was also expelled from the party and arrested for political reasons. Leningrad case. All this happened because of the amount that the construction of the stairs cost - 7 million 760 thousand rubles. Shulpin received his release and rehabilitation only after Stalin's death.
The difference in the levels of elevation on the Chkalovskaya staircase is almost three times higher than that of the famous Potemkinskaya, located in Odessa.
Current state
The last renovation of the stairs was made in 1996. And in 2013, its reconstruction was planned, because many structural elements, like the appearance, fell into disrepair during this time. Considerable funds were allocated for this process - 40 million rubles, which is comparable to the annual cost of planting trees and shrubs in Nizhny Novgorod.
The reconstruction plan included the replacement of 1,630 step elements, the restoration of storm drains, and the replacement of electrical wiring. 28 columns were reinforced, which are located in the space under the stairs. The brickwork and all the destroyed elements were also restored.
This "constructive and functional element", as the dictionaries call the stairs, has been known to man since long ago, when he began to realize the world around him. And a man spied her at the animals, hunting for them along the "goat paths": these were the first, albeit crooked and clumsy, but almost - stairs.
History of stairs in a few lines
Since then, stairs have been accompanying a person everywhere, sometimes acquiring a secret or sacred meaning, participating in the defense of cities or connecting a person with some "higher powers" Christ, can not do without a ladder, as a symbol of approaching heaven.
Stairs are gradually becoming an important architectural element.. They are decorated with hieroglyphs and carvings, statues and paintings. The Assyrians decorated them with reliefs depicting lions and warriors, the ancient Greeks used the principle of stairs in the construction of temples and amphitheaters. The same ancient Roman Colosseum - also a staircase! In the Middle Ages, the secrets of the construction of stairs - and even then their construction required complex mathematical calculations- kept the guilds of masters of stairs, passing them from father to son.
The era of the Renaissance is coming and the staircase becomes one of the main decorations of the palaces under construction. Each subsequent era left its mark on the stairs. Classicism restored its antique features, Baroque and Rococo curved it, decorating it with mosaics or carved curved railings. Art Nouveau added liberty and scope to the stairs, introduced floral ones, so inherent in its canons.
“Making a good staircase is a difficult architectural task,” said the famous English architect and poet Sir Henry Wotton back in the 17th century.
So, gradually, from an element connecting different levels of the building, the staircase turned into one of the main decorations, sometimes becoming the central element of the architectural composition.
Peles Castle and its stairs
Romania is known not only for Count Dracula. Here are the most stunning castles in Europe.On the medieval route between Transylvania and Wallachia, in one of the most picturesque places in the Romanian Carpathians, near the city of Sinaia, King Carol II built Peles Castle in 1883. It is here that you can see one of the most stunning Europe.
Inside the castle itself, everything is covered with wooden carvings. And, of course, the stairs could not be an exception. Fine carving covers it from top to bottom.
In general, there are many different staircases in Peles Castle, and all of them simply amaze visitors with their beauty and sophistication.
Ely Cathedral staircase
We will see the next staircase in the city of Ely (Cambridgeshire), England. Here is the old Cathedral, built in 1375 by Benedictine monks. The cathedral was built for almost 300 years - from 1083 to 1375,
The later elements of the building, including this famous staircase with amazing wrought iron details and carved railings, belong to the early English Gothic.
Forged lattice from a distance seems to be fine handmade lace, rather than full wooden steps create the feeling of floating in the air 
Romantic staircase of Schadau Castle
Now let's move on to Switzerland. Sometimes it is called the country of castles, here you can see a great many of them, the most different eras, styles and sizes. But the ancient castle of Shadau, built at the beginning of the twelfth century, stands out in particular, not far from the beautiful Lake Thun.
Today Schadau Castle is considered one of the most romantic places in Switzerland. Happy lovers love to get married here.
Everything in the castle is imbued with the spirit of romance, even the interior decoration - and then done romantic historicism with a touch of the Renaissance. And this famous staircase is known not only for its beauty, fine stone carvings and graceful lines. How many couples in love were photographed on its steps - and do not count!
Chambord castle and the shadow of Leonardo da Vinci.
There is a magnificent castle in the Loire, perhaps the best of all the castles built in this part of France. It is famous for its unusual architecture, and the fact that once, back in the 17th century, premieres of Molière's plays accompanied by Lully's music were held here, and an insane number of rooms equal to the number of days in a year.
At that time, the young King Francis I, a sincere admirer of both the architecture of Northern Italy and the great Leonardo da Vinci, ascended the throne of France. After visiting Milan, Francis I hits on a completely crazy idea: he wants to build a castle that combines the features of the Italian Renaissance and the French traditional architectural style. To do this, in 1517, the king invited Leonardo da Vinci himself to France, but the project of the castle, on which the great Master began work, was never completed. In 1519, Leonardo suddenly dies. However, the castle began to be built in the same year.
This similarity was especially pronounced in the design of the central staircase, which in a double spiral pierces all the floors of the castle, rushing to its roof. Even in the terrace, located at the very top of the stairs, the intention of the great Master is also clearly visible.
The famous stairs of the Grand Opera in Paris
Since we are talking about France, it is worth remembering another masterpiece of the staircase - a luxurious staircase that captivates with its splendor in the chic foyer of the Paris Grand Opera building.
The construction of the new Opera in Paris was preceded by a series of tragic events. After an assassination attempt on his sacred person, which was almost a tradition in all stories related to the buildings of Parisian operas, Napoleon III announces a competition for the best project for a new building, which was also associated with the idea of a complete renovation of the French capital.
The little-known, young and ambitious architect Charles Garnier won the competition. His project combined everything that a royal person could wish for, everything that embodied the very spirit, the very idea of the Second Empire: incredible luxury and eye-catching chic. Solemnly opened in 1875, the building shakes the imagination of everyone who has seen it at least once: it is simply impossible to remain indifferent to assertive eclecticism, pomposity and insane luxury.
The main staircase, located in the lobby of the building, is the most prominent place in the entire Opera. The main staircase played the role of a stage on which, in the distant "times of crinolines", the "high society" importantly demonstrated itself. The ceiling above the stairs is decorated with rich paintings, and at the very bottom of the stairs there are bronze figures that act as floor lamps.
Livraria Lello - here the stairs lead to the book heaven
The next point of our virtual trip is the city of Porto, Portugal. Here is the most beautiful wooden staircase in the most beautiful bookstore in the world. The first impression of both is fabulous, incredible, and how can human hands do this? Completely shop - rich decorated walls, intricate carvings and an intricately curved red staircase crowned with a stained-glass ceiling.
This unusual building on Carmelitas Street was designed by the architect Francisco Xavier Estevez and commissioned by the book publisher José Pinto de Souza Lello.
For the first time, book lovers stepped on this staircase on the opening day of the store at the very beginning of 1906.
Stairs in the Vatican Museums: perpetual motion in a spiral
At the Vatican Museum, visitors are greeted by one of the most photographed, most famous staircases in the world, the famous double spiral staircase. It was built by the personal order of the then Pope Pius XI in 1932 by the architect Giuseppe Moro for the opening of the Vatican Pinakothek to equip a single lobby for all museums.
Sometimes this staircase is also called the “Michelangelo staircase”: some researchers claim that the idea of a double spiral staircase belongs to the famous Italian.
But be that as it may, Moreau had a hint from a great compatriot or it was not, however, the staircase of the Vatican Museums was made by him with subtle grace and in the best traditions of Rome. The design of the stairs is very interesting. These are two round staircases, as if nested in each other: visitors go up one of them, and go down the other. And this creates a kind of mystical background: here, it seems that people are on the same staircase, they go towards each other, but they never meet. These are the "parallel worlds" turned out.
What else is interesting in this staircase? Firstly, the illusion of a spiral movement is created for visitors. In fact, the ladder, of course, is motionless, but now, thanks to the fact that that Moro conceived the steps of the upper tier as wide and gentle “cardonates”, and on the lower tiers the steps already have a completely familiar look, while all the steps are slightly tilted forward and a feeling of continuous movement is created.
The stair railings are made of bronze, decorated with papal acanthus. The staircase is crowned with a glass dome.
Stairs of the Palace of Justice in Halle, Germany
The famous German composer Handel was born in this city.
A year ago in Halle, after a long restoration, the building of the Palace of Justice, built in 1903, was reopened. The bright eclecticism of the interior decoration and the stairs are attractive - intertwined in a complex pattern, like branches of an outlandish tree.
Two thousand years ago there was a small Roman fortress here, then the Romans, according to legend, were evicted by the Slavs, who were driven out by the Germans .... This continued until the 10th century, when these lands began to belong to the Holy Roman Empire.
In the 11th century, the first monastery was founded here, which a century later was given to the Benedictine Order. In the XII century, the first school was opened here and, by the way, it still exists. At the same time, the best library of that time was collected in the monastery. The monastery survived many events, it also suffered destruction from wars.
At the beginning of the 18th century, Bertolt Ditmayer became the abbot of the monastery. From that moment on, the abbey began to flourish. Dietmeier invites Jakob Prandtauer, a famous and talented architect, to the abbey. From 1722 to 1736, construction work was carried out in the abbey, and soon a magnificent baroque monastery-palace grew up on the banks of the Dnieper. Inside the walls of the monastery there is a magnificent English park - an excellent example.
The library, founded in the XII century, becomes the main attraction of the abbey. And in this library there is one of the most beautiful staircases in Europe, connecting the upper tier of the library and then leading to the Church of Saints Peter and Paul. It is made in the Rococo style, decorated with elegant molding, the staircase railing is openwork forging. The staircase is relatively small, but mirrors are cunningly arranged at its base and in the ceiling, and therefore the staircase seems simply bottomless.
