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Staircase on the island of St. Helena - not for the faint hearted!
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Feb 12, 2023 16:49:04   #
bcheary Loc: Jacksonville, FL
 
The staircase located on the island of Saint Helena in the Atlantic Ocean is one of the longest straight staircases in the world. This impressive architectural feat provides a challenging and picturesque ascent, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding scenery. The straight design of the staircase sets it apart from traditional winding staircases and adds to its uniqueness. Whether you're a seasoned hiker or simply looking for a new adventure, this staircase is a must-see for anyone visiting the island of Saint Helena.



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Feb 12, 2023 16:58:14   #
Longshadow Loc: Audubon, PA, United States
 
WHOA!

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Feb 12, 2023 17:10:46   #
lnl Loc: SWFL
 
A dizzying experience.

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Feb 12, 2023 17:14:54   #
Curmudgeon Loc: SE Arizona
 
Wow, great shot. Would be a great place for a cardio workout

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Feb 12, 2023 17:17:01   #
Mac Loc: Pittsburgh, Philadelphia now Hernando Co. Fl.
 
bcheary wrote:
The staircase located on the island of Saint Helena in the Atlantic Ocean is one of the longest straight staircases in the world. This impressive architectural feat provides a challenging and picturesque ascent, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding scenery. The straight design of the staircase sets it apart from traditional winding staircases and adds to its uniqueness. Whether you're a seasoned hiker or simply looking for a new adventure, this staircase is a must-see for anyone visiting the island of Saint Helena.
The staircase located on the island of Saint Helen... (show quote)


WoW!!!
Was that staircase there at the time of Napoleon?

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Feb 12, 2023 17:20:25   #
Shellback Loc: North of Cheyenne Bottoms Wetlands - Kansas
 
Agree - it is good exercise though at 699-steps. Known as Jacob's Ladder, it’s 925 feet (282 meters) long, scaling a cliff face that's 600 feet (183 meters) tall.

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Feb 12, 2023 17:22:54   #
RodeoMan Loc: St Joseph, Missouri
 
Lets see Rocky run up these? Hell, I couldn't even get up them with the assistance of a block & tackle.

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Feb 12, 2023 17:39:52   #
bcheary Loc: Jacksonville, FL
 
Longshadow wrote:
WHOA!



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Feb 12, 2023 17:40:25   #
bcheary Loc: Jacksonville, FL
 
lnl wrote:
A dizzying experience.


That it would be but not for me!

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Feb 12, 2023 17:42:42   #
bcheary Loc: Jacksonville, FL
 
Curmudgeon wrote:
Wow, great shot. Would be a great place for a cardio workout


Not for me. The only way I would go to the top would be by helicopter!

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Feb 12, 2023 17:45:50   #
bcheary Loc: Jacksonville, FL
 
Mac wrote:
WoW!!!
Was that staircase there at the time of Napoleon?


Here is the history of the 699 step Jacobs Ladder. https://adventure.howstuffworks.com/jacobs-ladder.htm

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Feb 12, 2023 17:46:59   #
bcheary Loc: Jacksonville, FL
 
Shellback wrote:
Agree - it is good exercise though at 699-steps. Known as Jacob's Ladder, it’s 925 feet (282 meters) long, scaling a cliff face that's 600 feet (183 meters) tall.


Maybe when I was 50 years younger!

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Feb 12, 2023 17:47:23   #
bcheary Loc: Jacksonville, FL
 
RodeoMan wrote:
Lets see Rocky run up these? Hell, I couldn't even get up them with the assistance of a block & tackle.



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Feb 12, 2023 17:53:11   #
Shellback Loc: North of Cheyenne Bottoms Wetlands - Kansas
 
Mac wrote:
WoW!!!
Was that staircase there at the time of Napoleon?


No. Napoleon died in ‘21 and the stairs were started in ‘28 and completed in ‘29.

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Feb 12, 2023 19:47:16   #
TriX Loc: Raleigh, NC
 
How many deaths so far?

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