UK's huge 11-mile floating canal in the sky where boats cross 38m above ground

Paddle into the 'sky' on this incredible floating canal that soars 38m above the ground. You'll need nerves of steel to comfortably over the world's tallest navigable aqueduct, but those brave enough will be rewarded with some pretty stellar views of the UK countryside.

The 11-mile-long Pontcysyllte Aqueduct - often dubbed the 'Stream in the Sky' - is an impressive feat of civil engineering of the Industrial Revolution. Located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in , the mega infrastructure took 10 years to be built, and opened back in 1805.

It consists of 18 giant stone arches and helps carry the Llangollen canal across the River Dee and stretches from England to Wales. After earning UNESCO status back in 2009, a whopping 500,000 visit the aqueduct every single year.

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You can travel over the soaring structure from the safe confines of a narrow boat, dare to row your own paddle board over the 11-mile route (just ignore the sheer drop that's right next to you) or simply walk across the aqueduct. To calm your nerves, end your day at the visitor centre, which has an excellent display explaining how the infrastructure was built.

There's also the Pontcysyllte Tea Rooms nearby, which is a great spot to enjoy a light lunch and a coffee. Even if you're not fond of kayaking in the sky, there are plenty of walking paths much closer to the ground that boast some spectacular vistas.

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TikTok user and self-proclaimed digital nomad Beautiful Chaotic Travel went viral after documenting her time at the attraction - garnering a staggering 1.8 million views. "There's a footpath that you can walk along to take in the amazing views or for something even cooler you can go kayaking or take a long boat along the canal," she raved, dubbing the experience as one of the 'coolest and most unique things you can do in North Wales'.

Flocking to the comments section, hundreds of viewers hailed the floating canal - with many vowing to visit. "This looks like an amazing experience!" one person wrote. Another agreed, commenting: "My dad worked on the restoration of this aqueduct, he was so proud! Beautiful place."

A third added: "It's the only place in the I have ever felt genuine anxiety about being up high, the rails are wobbly. It's so gorge though!" while a fourth recalled: "I went there when I was younger and I was so scared if I fell into the water HAHAHA."

Paddleboarding across the aqueduct costs around £59 per person for those aged 13 and above, while slightly discounted tickets can be bought for children aged 12 and under (£55). All safety equipment is provided, and sessions tend to last for up to three hours.

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