Deep in the dense rain forest of Meghalaya, and in the clouds and rain wrapped for most of the year, miracles of nature for the incredible people. Known deep life, members of the invention of the Khasi tribe and were trained in the production as bridges from the roots of old rubber trees in the North East region. Deep decks provide a stable wooden bridges that were consumed during the long monsoon season alternative.
It takes about 15 years for a new root bridge strong enough to support the weight of people who are supported through them. It is, however, continue to grow and further strengthen over time. Some bridges are believed to be hundreds of years, although his exact age is not known. Its roots are confused almost supernatural way and not out of place in a fantasy world.
Cherrapunji living root bridges
Cherrapunji (aka Sohra) - The most famous of the root bridge of Meghalaya is located "two-step" root bridge near the wettest place on earth. There are 11 functional bridges deep in this area, which is about two and a half hours drive from Shillong.
Bridges were already documented in 1844 in the Journal of the Asiatic Society of Bengal. However, the owner of the Cherrapunjee Holiday Resort is (a retired banker who is Tamil married to a local woman Khasi) in the village of Laitkynsew to on the tourist map place. He spent much time exploring the countryside and interesting details to create peaks resort. (The Cherrapunjee Holiday Resort is a nice, friendly place to spend time in nature and hiking guides. Nevertheless, do not expect the facilities of the plant).
Hiking root bridges vary in length and difficulty. The best known are the are near the station:
- . Starting root bridge Ummunoi :. Laitkynsew Village Location: river near the village Ummunoi SIEJ, Nongkroh of city Sohsarat. Length: 2 miles each way. 3-4 hours return. Descent: 1400 feet. This 17 meter (54 feet) from the root bridge is one of the oldest bridges in the region deeply known and is perhaps the most popular among tourists because of its combination of accessibility and pressure.
- Umkar from the root bridge and place: SIEJ city .. Length: 0.5 miles one way. 30 minutes before. The best option for those who lack the ability or mobility, root bridge was partially destroyed by the floods. The villagers in the process of regrowth, which is interesting to see. There is a waterfall on the bridge during the monsoon season.
- Ritymmen root bridge (you can on the path to the root bridge with two storeys to visit) Tyrna Home Village Map Village. Nongthymmai .. Duration: 1.5-2 hours there and back. This 30 meter (100 feet) from the root bridge is the longest known living root bridge.
- Double Decker Root Bridge Umshiang start :. Tyrna Village Location :. Umshiang Nongriat River City Duration :. 3 km one way. 5.4 hours back. Descent: 2400 meters. The "holy grail" deep bridges, unique, 20 meters (65 feet) two-stage root bridge requires determination to reach, but worth it. Not everyone can do well. It is imperative that fitness into account.
- Mawsaw root bridge., If you are not too tired and have time, go to go with about 20-30 minutes after the double-decker root bridge. Natural pools in the vicinity of the root bridge are always (also during the monsoon season are dangerous).
For more information on how the double root bridge visit history or about my experiences.
Fair Mawlynnong root bridge
An alternative to the low bridges around Cherrapunji, there is also a root bridge near the village Mawlynnong - and is easily accessible. Known declared as the cleanest city in Asia for a travel magazine, also promotes picturesque Mawlynnong "clean garden of God." The village is situated near the border with Bangladesh, about three hours from Shillong. To get to the root bridge, on the way to Riwai few kilometers before the village Mawlynnong. From there it is about 15 minutes walk in one direction.
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