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Devilboy · 11-16-2011, 02:36 PM

Day1 Pics: Trek to the Double Decker Living Root Bridge.

About the Double Decker Living Root Bridge:
Double Decker Living Root Bridge, a root bridge, is located in Tyrna village. Made using Indian Rubber Tree, also known as Ficus Elastica, this bridge is one of the popular attractions of the place. In addition, it is also considered as one of the unique examples of bioengineering. The two–tier bridge is more than 100 ft long, which have a carrying capacity of around 50 people at a time. Having Umshiang River flowing beneath the living root bridges, it has been estimated that these are around 500 to 600 years old.

More information at: Meghalaya villagers create 'living' bridges by training roots across a river | Mail Online

Distance from Shillong: 55kms approx, 2 hours on a motorcycle.

Location: Nongriat Village via Sohra (Cherrapunjee) and Tyrna Village.
It takes about 1 hour to 1.5 hour to reach the bridge rom Tyrna Village and about 2hours to climb back through those 4000 approx concrete and non-concrete steps. One can easily get directions from the Villagers. It is advisable to carry your own lunch packets and water as well as there are no dhaba/hotels in and around the Bridge. However, we were lucky enough for a family prepared lunch for us in such a short notice on request as well as payment.

Don't be misguided with the above pic which should actually be read as "Motorable - 1.63kms" and "Footpath - 3.00kms"

The natural Swimming pool, bluish in colour as seen in the above pic.

Having some fun around the bridge.

Mr. Misha, our friend and guide for the day, from Dhaka (Bangladesh)

Noor · 11-18-2011, 12:27 PM

Triplog approved

rachitkohli · 11-18-2011, 12:30 PM

Awesome.. Initially was freaked out reading 300kms walking..

The root bridge looks magnificent & inviting

RedFlash · 11-18-2011, 12:31 PM

Awesome

darkknight · 11-18-2011, 12:37 PM

I have a fantastic video of the same but it's too big in size so dunno if can be uploaded here

@dan: you could have started a thread of all the 5-6 days instead of only one

beruoist · 11-18-2011, 12:57 PM

Awesome,Mera number kab aayega

darkknight · 11-18-2011, 03:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by beruoist

Awesome,Mera number kab aayega

tumhara bhi number ayega beta --- ji jaan se chuttiya liya karo sab ho jayega

payeng · 11-18-2011, 03:13 PM

Great stuff.. those living bridges must have been an awesome experience.

Devilboy · 11-18-2011, 08:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rachitkohli

Awesome.. Initially was freaked out reading 300kms walking..

The root bridge looks magnificent & inviting

Quote:

Originally Posted by darkknight

@dan: you could have started a thread of all the 5-6 days instead of only one

I was waiting for the Mods to approve this first day first.... m uploading more, thanks buddy.

Quote:

Originally Posted by payeng

Great stuff.. those living bridges must have been an awesome experience.

yes indeed it was and to climb the steps as well. Nitin (DK) ka to hawa nikal gaya tha

Here are some more of the pics... Day 2 and Day 3 to Mawsynram, Jakrem (natural hot water spring), Dawki (Indo-Bangla Border), Leshka Dam and Khliehriat (Jaintia Hills).

At Mawngap

Around Weiloi Village, on the way to Mawsynram, the wettest place on earth.

Nitin embracing the open road

At Dawki Bridge, posing before getting chased by a police guard.

Plains of Bangladesh.

Closer view of their activity.

oops!

Over to Bangladesh!

Trekking into the jungle of Leshka.

It was already dark when we reached the Leshka dam. somehow got some shots while on the bridge.

Donald a ease...

Band of night riders

Ahem! just the guitar and drum sticks are missing from the pic

At Joseph's residence in Khliehriat, Jaintia Hills.
Thankyou Joseph for the hospitality and homely welcome.

After a long day ride, what more can you ask for.... good company of biker friends, a peck, a laugh, a click and a bed

So thats for the 2nd and 3rd day set of pics.... final day4 coming up next

Hope u enjoyed the clicks.

hvkumar · 11-19-2011, 07:13 PM

Waiting for Day 4!

Do they allow you into Bangaldesh at Dawki?
Larger question - are you allowed to drive to Dacca in an Indian vehicle from Dawki or any of the border crossings in Meghalaya?

11-16-2011, 02:36 PM	#1 (permalink)
Devilboy JDan Fighting Devils Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Shillong, Meghalaya Posts: 1,368	Around Meghalaya in 4 days with Nitin Manore Day1 Pics: Trek to the Double Decker Living Root Bridge. About the Double Decker Living Root Bridge: Double Decker Living Root Bridge, a root bridge, is located in Tyrna village. Made using Indian Rubber Tree, also known as Ficus Elastica, this bridge is one of the popular attractions of the place. In addition, it is also considered as one of the unique examples of bioengineering. The two–tier bridge is more than 100 ft long, which have a carrying capacity of around 50 people at a time. Having Umshiang River flowing beneath the living root bridges, it has been estimated that these are around 500 to 600 years old. More information at: Meghalaya villagers create 'living' bridges by training roots across a river \| Mail Online Distance from Shillong: 55kms approx, 2 hours on a motorcycle. Location: Nongriat Village via Sohra (Cherrapunjee) and Tyrna Village. It takes about 1 hour to 1.5 hour to reach the bridge rom Tyrna Village and about 2hours to climb back through those 4000 approx concrete and non-concrete steps. One can easily get directions from the Villagers. It is advisable to carry your own lunch packets and water as well as there are no dhaba/hotels in and around the Bridge. However, we were lucky enough for a family prepared lunch for us in such a short notice on request as well as payment. Don't be misguided with the above pic which should actually be read as "Motorable - 1.63kms" and "Footpath - 3.00kms" The natural Swimming pool, bluish in colour as seen in the above pic. Having some fun around the bridge. Mr. Misha, our friend and guide for the day, from Dhaka (Bangladesh) __________________ "The Trophies and Gifts are worthwhile assets, but meeting you all was an HONOUR" Its never too late to Ride! So Ride on! Hit the Road! And Feel the breeze! Catch Meghalaya xBhpians in Facebook

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darkknight RAJE Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Panvel , Navi Mumbai Posts: 3,352	I have a fantastic video of the same but it's too big in size so dunno if can be uploaded here @dan: you could have started a thread of all the 5-6 days instead of only one __________________

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payeng Biker Next Door Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 2,490	Great stuff.. those living bridges must have been an awesome experience. __________________ My Bike Diary: The Bike Chronicles of India

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hvkumar Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Posts: 6	Waiting for Day 4! Do they allow you into Bangaldesh at Dawki? Larger question - are you allowed to drive to Dacca in an Indian vehicle from Dawki or any of the border crossings in Meghalaya?

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