India has some spectacular and rare natural scenery. Most fascinating are the root bridges of Cherrapunji.
These bridges, grown from the roots of rubber trees, are used by the local War-Khasis tribe. They guide the rubber tree's roots across a river or ravine, where they then start to grow. It takes 10 to 15 years for a bridge to become usable. However, well established bridges can be up to 30 meters long and support up to 50 people.
Incredibly, some root bridges are estimated to be at least 500 years old. The Umshiang Double-Decker Root Bridge, which consists of two stacked bridges, is the only one in the world.
Cherrapunji is located in the small state of Meghalaya, in India's remote north east region. Entry permits aren't required for Indians or foreigners. Do choose the time that you visit wisely though. Meghalaya, meaning Abode of the Clouds, is one of the wettest places on earth! The best months are from March to July. The caves in Meghalaya are worth exploring as well.
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