Take three: Glass-bottomed viewing platforms
Image courtesy of Intercontinental Hotels Group
It took us a second or two to work out what was happening in this image. But yes, it really is a glass-bottomed swimming pool in the sky.
The Holiday Inn Shanghai Pudong Kangqiao's pool is suspended from the 24th storey, offering swimmers a bird's eye view the beautiful scenery of Pudong below.
The pool measures 30m long and 6m wide and was designed by Singapore company Chan Sau Yan Associates. Guests who have tried it say the feel as if they are flying and swimming at the same time... but it's probably not the best place to take a dip if you suffer from vertigo.
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There's a bit of a craze for these glass viewing platforms at the moment - they seem to be springing up around the world (toughened safety glass is the latest thing, don't you know). In Chicago, the Sears Tower's Ledge (above), which is suspended 412m above the city, gives visitors an extra thrill while taking in the views, and the new Skywalk at the top of the Blackpool Tower (below) now allows visitors to walk on air and take in the views. Again, not for the fainthearted...
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Inspired by the idea of a pool with a view? The Shangai isn't the only hotel with a wonderful vistas with a splash. Check out our delectable pool gallery below.
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