Meghalaya\u2019s living root bridges get listed on the tentative list of UNESCO\u2019s World Heritage Sites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Living root bridges are the type of simple suspension bridge formed by the method of tree shaping from living plant roots across a stream or river.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
These bridges are locally known as Jingkieng Jri. \u2018Ficus Elastica\u2019 tree is used to make living bridges in Cherrapunji, India. The roots form the bridge in a span of 10-15 years.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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