Rooftopping is the practice of climbing to the tops of buildings, skyscrapers, cranes, and other tall structures, usually without any permission or safety equipment. The goal is to experience the view, get an adrenaline rush, and capture dramatic photographs. However, the thrill comes with serious legal consequences and significant dangers.
Although this adventurous subculture has existed for years, it has grown in popularity and recently reached global attention when famous rooftoppers Angela Nikolau and Ivan Beerkus got engaged on top of the Empire State Building.
So, what exactly is rooftopping, and why and how do people scale the world's tallest buildings? Click on to find out.