# Elevated Sightseeing Escalators This Escalator Offers Splendid Views Of China's Enshi Grand Canyon By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2016-10-14 | World Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sightseeing-escalator References: [newatlas](http://newatlas.com/worlds-longest-sightseeing-escalator-china/45870/) & [en.people.cn](http://en.people.cn/n3/2016/1010/c90000-9124726.html) The Ensi Grand Canyon in China's Hubei province has long been a draw for tourists, but the area is now set to attract even more eyeballs thanks to the introduction of the world's longest sightseeing escalator. This escalator measures in at 688 meters in length, and offers wonderful and incomparable views of the canyon in the context of a relaxing ride. Capable of transporting over 7,000 guests per hour, this sightseeing escalator happens to be constructed from [eco-friendly materials including locally sourced wood](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pujiang-platform-hill). The escalator costs only $3 per visitor, and offers great value for money considering the unique views that it offers. Not only is it the longest sightseeing escalator ever built, but it also promises a perfect balance between a relaxed ride and eye-watering views. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 26% | Activity: 45% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [World](https://www.trendhunter.com/world) > [Travel](https://www.trendhunter.com/travel) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Sightseeing Escalator Trend:** The increasing popularity of sightseeing escalators presents opportunities for innovation in the tourism industry. - **Eco-friendly Material Trend:** The use of eco-friendly materials in construction projects presents opportunities for innovation in the sustainable materials industry. - **Value for Money Trend:** The increasing demand for value for money experiences presents opportunities for innovation in the tourism industry. ### Where This Applies - **Tourism Industry:** The sightseeing escalator trend can be leveraged by the tourism industry to create unique visitor experiences that boost tourism revenue. - **Sustainable Materials Industry:** The trend towards eco-friendly materials in construction projects creates opportunities for innovation and growth in the sustainable materials industry. - **Hospitality Industry:** The increasing demand for value for money experiences presents opportunities for innovation and revenue growth in the hospitality industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Accessible Space Travel Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/space-elevator-concept.md) - [Mountain-Based Curved Viewpoints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yunhai-forest-service-station.md) - [Mountaineering-Assisting Exoskeleton Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exoskeleton-design.md) - [London-Based Glass Lift Viewpoints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lift-109.md) - [Stunning Spokeless Ferris Wheels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seoul-ring.md) - [Kilometer-Long Museums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zaishui-art-museum.md) - [Spirally Viewpoint Bridge Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/g-clef-bridge.md) - [Cross-Seat Bridge Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shenzhenzhongshan-link.md) - [Immersive Elevator Holiday Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/enchanted-elevator.md)