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Daring climbers tackle China's notorious Nine-Nine Ladder without safety gear

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Jul 29, 2025
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China's Danxia Mountain attracts visitors with its distinctive red sandstone cliffs, stunning views, and challenging hiking trails that test even experienced trekkers. This UNESCO Global Geopark in Guangdong Province is cherished for its dramatic landscape of crimson-hued rock formations. Routes here range from strenuous mou…

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