Risky Poses at Trolltunga, Norway
At Norway’s iconic Trolltunga, a breathtaking rock ledge jutting 700 meters above Lake Ringedalsvatnet, a perilous ritual unfolds daily. After a demanding hike, visitors wait in long queues for their moment on the precipice. In pursuit of a dramatic social media photograph, many then recklessly dangle their legs over the void or attempt precarious handstands. A moment of imbalance, a gust of wind, or a simple slip on the often wet and smooth rock surface can lead to an irreversible, fatal plummet. Despite constant and urgent safety pleas from guides and authorities, the pursuit of the ultimate photo continues to tempt fate with tragic consequences.
Risky edges claim lives on Trolltunga for the perfect pose – risky breaches claim them in shark cages for the perfect close-up. Flip the page to tourists defying cage protocols in Cape Town, stretching hands or exiting bars and paying the price when massive predators strike without mercy…
