Shivered with the path of death

The sharp, steep, narrow lanes, potholes . make a road dangerous. Some roads not only converge the above factors but also the risk of landslides, animals crossing and limited visibility. But still have to go, because that "death" path is sometimes unique. Here are 10 most dangerous roads in the world.

10. Rohtang Pass, India

Rohtang Pass is located at 4km above sea level and is also one of the highest roads in the world. It is located in the eastern part of the Pir Panjal range of the Himalayas, connecting the Kullu valley with the Lahaul and Spiti valleys in Himachal, Pradesh. The winding road is meandering, with many steep slopes of the wild canyon. Driving on this road is not easy, so the driver must control the vehicle slowly and carefully at bends.

Ki-Gompa Monastery is also located in the Rohtang Pass area. This is the practice of about 250 monks.

9. Transfagarasanul Road, Romania

Located at 2,040m above sea level, Transfagarasanul in Romania - is the second highest road in Europe. The Transfagarasanul line is more prominent than the other roads in it through the Carpathian Mountains, one of the highest, widest and most dangerous mountains in Eastern Europe. This is also the area where ancient castles are associated with the legend of vampires. Several castles were used as prisons when the communist regime survived in Romania.

8. Road Fairy Meadows, Pakistan

Fairy Meadows , Pakistan Road built by local people. The lack of support from the government does not meet the technical requirements as well as the unity of the structure. With a length of 10km, Fairy Meadows road leads to one of the highest peaks in the world - Mt. Nanga Parbat. It also runs through the Raikot Bridge across the Indian River. The higher the level, the better the vision but the danger also increases, there may be falling stones at any time. Another inconvenience is that it has only one lane and no curb to drive with a rest stop.

7. Los Caracoles Pass through Chile and Argentina

Los Caracoles pass between Chile and Argentina, through the Andes. Passing the slope with many narrow limbs. There are no protective barriers on either side of the road. In addition, this is a year-round area with snow and ice, making the road very slippery. Trucks and passenger cars regularly travel on this road. Although famous as dangerous, but the rate of traffic accidents and casualties occurred on the road is not large, because repairs and maintenance are done well over the years.

6. Stelvio Pass Road, Italy

Stelvio Pass is located in the Alps, connecting Valtellina with Merano and the upper part of the Adige valley. The pass is close to Bormio and Sulden, about 75km from Bolzano near the border between Italy and Switzerland. At 2.757m above sea level, Stelvio Pass is considered as the second highest asphalt road through the Alps, just behind Col de I'lseram with a height of 2.770m. If only in the eastern Alps, Stelvio is the highest road.

The road has 48 bends, one of the most contiguous roads in the region. The path is more dangerous than going from Prato to Bormio. Stelvio is considered a technical feat of construction because of such meandering, winding roads. From the top of the mountain you can see the beautiful view of Ortier region, as well as the glacier at Trafoi and the peaks around the Zillertal valley in the Alps.

5. Halsema Expressway, Philippines

Halsema Highway , also known as Baguio-Bontoc , runs through the Central Cordillera valley in the Philippines. At the beginning of the road it was quite convenient, but it quickly became dusty after only a few kilometers. There are often rocky, muddy, and careless drivers here that make the road become more and more serious. Accidents and casualties occurred regularly, as evidenced by the number of passenger carriages along the road.

Most of the road lacks a protective barrier, which is extremely dangerous when one side of the road is an abyss up to 1,000 ft (about 305 m) deep. Because of such danger, vehicles are not allowed to travel on the road during the rainy season.

4. China-Nepal Friendship Highway

This road goes from Tibet to Nepal and is well managed so far. However, there are a few ramps and bends on the road. Along this 1,000km long road, there are 7 pass sections with a height of at least 3,500m, of which one section is as high as 5,000m.

3. Guoliang tunnel, China

Local people built the Guoliang tunnel in China. The road is only 1,200m long, 4m wide and 5m high. Inaugurated in 1977, the tunnel was designed with 30 "windows" of all shapes and sizes. The road is dangerous not only because of the abyss below but also because of the risk of falling rocks from the top of the mountain above.

2. Yakutsk Road, Russia

Yakutsk Road in Russia is the only way to the town of Yakutsk. A series of problems occurred on the road when it was raining because the road became extremely muddy and could not be moved. Tractors can even sink deep in mud causing traffic congestion to 100km. In the worst cases, the government must use airplanes to supply Yakutsk with food and other necessities while waiting for the congestion to be resolved.

1. North Yungas Road, Bolivia

North Yungas Road in Bolivia is the most dangerous road for drivers. It is 70km long, starting from La Paz's capital to Coroico and has several narrow bends.

Every two weeks, at least one accident happened on this road. About 200 people were killed each year in serious incidents.

Limited visibility due to fog. Rain also makes the road slippery. However, people still have to go back and forth despite bad weather because this is the only road in the region.