As the name suggests, \u201cliving root bridges\u201d are the roots of living plants that connect one point to the other, forming a bridge. They are grown from the roots of ancient rubber trees.<\/p>\n
Invented by the Khasi Tribe, these man-made wonders prove to be a promising substitute for wooden bridges. They are artistically and carefully crafted by the village tribes to give them the shape we see today and admire. These ever-evolving root bridges are an outcome of thick roots that have tangled to form a structure strong enough for humans to walk over.<\/p>\n
However, it takes them years to grow and they get stronger as the years pass.<\/p>\n
Some of these living root bridges in Meghalaya are even recognized by UNESCO as a world heritage site.<\/p>\n
Double-Decker Living Root Bridge<\/strong><\/h3>\n![\"Double-Decker](\"https:\/\/www.thesevensister.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Double-Decker-Living-Root-Bridge.jpg\")
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\n- The Double-Decker Living Root Bridge in Cherrapunji is more than a hundred years old. This is the one and only living root bridge with two levels which makes it a special tourist attraction. It begins at Tyrna Village and extends up to 3 km. It is located at a height of 2400 feet.<\/li>\n
- Route<\/strong>: 20 km taxi ride from Cherrapunji. You need to get down at Tyrna Village and start your trek from there.<\/li>\n
- Nearby attractions<\/strong>: Garden of Caves, Seven Sister Falls, Mawsmai Cave, and Dain-Thlen Falls<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Single Decker Root Bridge<\/strong><\/h3>\n![\"Single](\"https:\/\/www.thesevensister.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Single-Decker-Root-Bridge.jpeg\")
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\n- The trek to Single Decker Root Bridge starts from the Riwai village near Mawlynnong. It is a pleasant journey from Shillong to Mawlynnong. It is full of beautiful rocks and offers many interesting things to do for tourists.<\/li>\n
- Route: 78 km taxi ride from Shillong to Mawlynnong. You need to get down at the Riwai village, a few kilometres before Mawlynnong. The bridge is a 15-minute walk from there.<\/li>\n
- Nearby attractions: Laitlum Canyons, Mawkdok Dympep Valley, Shillong View Point, Ward\u2019s Lake, and Air Force Museum<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Jingmaham Living Root Bridge<\/strong><\/h3>\n![\"Jingmaham](\"https:\/\/www.thesevensister.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Jingmaham-Living-Root-Bridge.jpg\")
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\n- The Jingmaham Living Root Bridge located in Mawlynnong is another man-made marvel. It is beautiful and fascinating at the same time. It\u2019s a not too steep single decker root bridge, which makes it easier to climb.<\/li>\n
- Route: It takes almost 2 hours from Shillong to reach this living root bridge through taxi. It is easily accessible.<\/li>\n
- Nearby attractions: Mawlynnong Waterfall and Village are the major attractions. Besides, there are other places to visit such as Bisnakandi and Dawki River.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Umkar Living Root Bridge<\/strong><\/h3>\n![\"Umkar](\"https:\/\/www.thesevensister.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Umkar-Living-Root-Bridge.jpg\")
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\n- Another incredible piece of wonder, the Umkar Living Root Bridge is located at Siej Village. This more than 40 years old bridge was washed away by floods a few years ago. It is being rebuilt by the villagers and it would take it another 15 years to be completely functional. It is built over the Ummunoi River.<\/li>\n
- Route<\/strong>: It is advisable to take a 3 km taxi ride from Cherrapunji Resort to the Seij village. From there it would take you just a 10-mins hike to reach.<\/li>\n
- Nearby attractions<\/strong>: Double Decker Living Root Bridge, Seven Sister Falls, and other root bridges.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Final Thoughts<\/strong><\/h3>\nNot just these, you can find many more magnificent living root bridges in Meghalaya. Each one of these would make you think highly of nature and its wonders.<\/p>\n
Take the road less travelled by and explore these gorgeous root bridges, forests, waterfalls, and a lot more in the state of Meghalaya.<\/p>\n
Have you been there? Please feel free to share your experiences and photos in the comments below.<\/p>\n
<\/p>\nSingle Decker Root Bridge<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/p>\n
\n- The trek to Single Decker Root Bridge starts from the Riwai village near Mawlynnong. It is a pleasant journey from Shillong to Mawlynnong. It is full of beautiful rocks and offers many interesting things to do for tourists.<\/li>\n
- Route: 78 km taxi ride from Shillong to Mawlynnong. You need to get down at the Riwai village, a few kilometres before Mawlynnong. The bridge is a 15-minute walk from there.<\/li>\n
- Nearby attractions: Laitlum Canyons, Mawkdok Dympep Valley, Shillong View Point, Ward\u2019s Lake, and Air Force Museum<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Jingmaham Living Root Bridge<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/p>\n
\n- The Jingmaham Living Root Bridge located in Mawlynnong is another man-made marvel. It is beautiful and fascinating at the same time. It\u2019s a not too steep single decker root bridge, which makes it easier to climb.<\/li>\n
- Route: It takes almost 2 hours from Shillong to reach this living root bridge through taxi. It is easily accessible.<\/li>\n
- Nearby attractions: Mawlynnong Waterfall and Village are the major attractions. Besides, there are other places to visit such as Bisnakandi and Dawki River.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Umkar Living Root Bridge<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/p>\n
\n- Another incredible piece of wonder, the Umkar Living Root Bridge is located at Siej Village. This more than 40 years old bridge was washed away by floods a few years ago. It is being rebuilt by the villagers and it would take it another 15 years to be completely functional. It is built over the Ummunoi River.<\/li>\n
- Route<\/strong>: It is advisable to take a 3 km taxi ride from Cherrapunji Resort to the Seij village. From there it would take you just a 10-mins hike to reach.<\/li>\n
- Nearby attractions<\/strong>: Double Decker Living Root Bridge, Seven Sister Falls, and other root bridges.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Final Thoughts<\/strong><\/h3>\nNot just these, you can find many more magnificent living root bridges in Meghalaya. Each one of these would make you think highly of nature and its wonders.<\/p>\n
Take the road less travelled by and explore these gorgeous root bridges, forests, waterfalls, and a lot more in the state of Meghalaya.<\/p>\n
Have you been there? Please feel free to share your experiences and photos in the comments below.<\/p>\n
<\/p>\nJingmaham Living Root Bridge<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/p>\n
\n- The Jingmaham Living Root Bridge located in Mawlynnong is another man-made marvel. It is beautiful and fascinating at the same time. It\u2019s a not too steep single decker root bridge, which makes it easier to climb.<\/li>\n
- Route: It takes almost 2 hours from Shillong to reach this living root bridge through taxi. It is easily accessible.<\/li>\n
- Nearby attractions: Mawlynnong Waterfall and Village are the major attractions. Besides, there are other places to visit such as Bisnakandi and Dawki River.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Umkar Living Root Bridge<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/p>\n
\n- Another incredible piece of wonder, the Umkar Living Root Bridge is located at Siej Village. This more than 40 years old bridge was washed away by floods a few years ago. It is being rebuilt by the villagers and it would take it another 15 years to be completely functional. It is built over the Ummunoi River.<\/li>\n
- Route<\/strong>: It is advisable to take a 3 km taxi ride from Cherrapunji Resort to the Seij village. From there it would take you just a 10-mins hike to reach.<\/li>\n
- Nearby attractions<\/strong>: Double Decker Living Root Bridge, Seven Sister Falls, and other root bridges.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Final Thoughts<\/strong><\/h3>\nNot just these, you can find many more magnificent living root bridges in Meghalaya. Each one of these would make you think highly of nature and its wonders.<\/p>\n
Take the road less travelled by and explore these gorgeous root bridges, forests, waterfalls, and a lot more in the state of Meghalaya.<\/p>\n
Have you been there? Please feel free to share your experiences and photos in the comments below.<\/p>\n
<\/p>\nUmkar Living Root Bridge<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/p>\n
\n- Another incredible piece of wonder, the Umkar Living Root Bridge is located at Siej Village. This more than 40 years old bridge was washed away by floods a few years ago. It is being rebuilt by the villagers and it would take it another 15 years to be completely functional. It is built over the Ummunoi River.<\/li>\n
- Route<\/strong>: It is advisable to take a 3 km taxi ride from Cherrapunji Resort to the Seij village. From there it would take you just a 10-mins hike to reach.<\/li>\n
- Nearby attractions<\/strong>: Double Decker Living Root Bridge, Seven Sister Falls, and other root bridges.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Final Thoughts<\/strong><\/h3>\nNot just these, you can find many more magnificent living root bridges in Meghalaya. Each one of these would make you think highly of nature and its wonders.<\/p>\n
Take the road less travelled by and explore these gorgeous root bridges, forests, waterfalls, and a lot more in the state of Meghalaya.<\/p>\n
Have you been there? Please feel free to share your experiences and photos in the comments below.<\/p>\n
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