Niangniangba Warnings Or Dangers

The cliff face at Maijishan is immense and this is not fully appreciated in photographs. The concrete walkways and steps are solid, but the walkways are narrow. Because there are large trees alongside the foot of the cliff and on nearby slopes, those who suffer from vertigo should be OK. However, note that the final exit (at the left hand side) is on a staircase that hangs out over the biggest drop, and it is simply impossible not to look down. You may wish to ask the guide to let you return the way you have come because the steps are close to a slope and the drop is much less.
Another note of caution is that the steps are covered with rubber sheeting (to reduce the vibrations of all those footsteps!) and in wet weather they are very, very slippery. It has been recommended to the site managers and Gansu tourism authorities that these are replaced. Do take care, especially with children or the elderly.