A tourist, who was busy looking at his phone, was knocked off a mountain trail by a mule that came up behind him on a trail.

The incident occurred during a climb to the Caishen Temple on Beigao Peak in Hangzhou, China, reports the Telegraph.


Footage shows the man standing on the edge of a narrow stone staircase, glued to his phone, as other visitors move around him along the path.

Meanwhile, a mule carrying loaded bags and being led uphill by an elderly trainer approaches the distracted tourist from behind, the Telegraph reports.

Although the mule does not make direct contact with the man, her load bags hit him, causing him to lose his balance.

The man is seen slipping before falling down the steep slope near the path. Several visitors rushed to his aid and emergency services were called.

The injured tourist was rushed to hospital for treatment, although his condition is not yet known. /Telegraph/