UNESCO Heritage
Nongriat Double-Decker Living Root Bridge
World-famous 250-year-old indigenous bio-engineering marvel woven from the aerial roots of Ficus elastica trees
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Open during daylight hours
- Entry
- Village maintenance fee ₹50
- Time needed
- 5 - 6 Hours (Round trip from Tyrna village)
- Best time
- Early morning start (07:00 AM) to complete climb back before heat
Local tip
Rent a bamboo walking stick from villagers at Tyrna base for ₹20; it saves your knees on the 3,500 stairs.
About
Nongriat Double-Decker Living Root Bridge is one of the most celebrated landmarks of Cherrapunji (Sohra), Meghalaya. World-famous 250-year-old indigenous bio-engineering marvel woven from the aerial roots of Ficus elastica trees.
Location
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