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People planted 2056 seed to keep the building cool.

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In the picture, Man plant plants on the building to decorate it and keep the building cool.

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This is an image of part of the 38th parallel, the Korean demilitarized zone. North Korea has destroyed most of its trees near the Military Demarcation Line in an effort to more easily spot defectors going to the South. The South has kept most of its wildlife and tress for multiple reasons. They wanted to turn the demilitarized zone from a sign of separation, a scar of war, to a place where people come to paste notes on the fences to the family that was separated from them. Which caused South Korea to create the Imjingak peace park, located in Paju city, the entrance to the civilian control zone where separated families come and use the facilities there to help them with the loss of their family members.  Another reason the keep the trees is to help North Korean defectors hide in these trees to aid in their defection.

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Here, there is a lot of greenery and tall trees along the cycling path. This provides shelter for Man, freshens the air and provides cyclists and pedestrians a beautiful riverside view. This park connector protects the greenery from being trampled. In addition, the government helps to take care of the plants.

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This is Changi Jewel. As you can see, they have grown a miniature garden inside the building for a sense of us being in he outsides.

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Description: All around the building, there is plants, at the top, around the pillars, beside the sidewalks, etc. This makes the air around us cleaner, and meanwhile creating an aesthetic view.

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The layers of plants at Eden in Singapore temper the heat, absorb rainwater and filter pollutants – all the while heightening the symbiotic relationship between indoors and outdoors.

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This building is padded with greenery

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This building incorporates trees into its design. Trees give natural oxygen and it has a soothing colour. It also adds a natural vibe, like how Singapore is a garden city.

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The man is fogging the area around him to prevent mosquito breeding that in turn decreases diseases passed from mosquitoes like dengue, malaria and zika.

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The plants can grow on top of a carpark while people can be parking their cars below. They can also enjoy some greenery after a long drive.

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This is a new condominium being built in my neighbourhood. As seen above, there are trees planted inside the condominium even though it is still under construction. When people move into the condominium, they will get to enjoy the scenery along with the trees.

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Man laid a path with stones and bricks for people to walk through instead of just clearing a path and building the road. This allows people to appreciate the scenery while leaving nature unharmed.

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As seen in the image above, this is a waterway that connects to a pond and shows that either this pond is man-made or that people are using this water.

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As seen below， the shower interacts between man and nature. When people shower, they can enjoy the scenry while the plants get watered.

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As seen in the photo, this lagoon has no water in it. This is due to climate change caused by Man. Based on this image, we can infer that climate change is very detrimental to the environment if not recognized.

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As you can see, the plant's leaves is just above the table so that the leaves do not touch the table and be 'crumpled'.

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The photo above pictures a living root bridge. To build the bridge, ropes are tied from a tree on one side to a tree on the other side. As time passes by, the roots from the trees creep to the other side, knotting and crossing together, forming a living root bridge, allowing Man to cross.

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There are bridges around the world that are known to be human's finest creations! But the natural marvel of Living Root Bridges in Meghalaya is mindblowing. These wonderful structures have meticulously grown over a period of time and are among the biggest attractions in Meghalaya. The ever evolving Meghalaya bridges are made up of tangled thick roots that provide formidability to the structure and make it good enough to hold 50 or more people in one go. They are grown by trained Khasi and Jaintia tribes who have mastered the art of growing root bridges across raised banks of streams running through the dense woods of Meghalaya.

Living Root Bridges: History & Facts

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The whole idea of Meghalaya's living bridges came into the picture some two centuries ago (180 years precisely) when veterans of Khasi clan living in Meghalaya put rubber tree roots into hollow canes of Areca nut palm that met halfway across the stream. The roots were nurtured and cared properly until they grew enough to reach the opposite bank, get completely entwined with each other, and make themselves capable enough to carry heavy weight.

Some of the interesting facts about these bridges are:

The Living Root Bridges are made from rubber tree roots also known as Ficus elastica tree.

Some of the root bridges are over 100 feet long and take 10 to 15 years to attain the perfect shape.

Once fully grown, these roots last for as long as 500 years. While some of the roots decay because of their continuous association of water, others grow and make up for the decayed, thus providing the required stability to the bridge.

Of all the Living Root Bridges in Meghalaya, the double-decker root bridge in Cherrapunji and the single-decker root bridge in Shillong are the unique bridges in the world and make for prime attraction in the Northeast.

Living Root Bridges in Meghalaya are recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Sites.

Suggested Read: 11 Reasons To Visit Cherrapunji That Make It A Heaven On Earth

Living Root Bridges: Location

Living Root Bridges are found in West Jaintia Hills district, East Khasi Hills district, and a few other areas of Meghalaya that are among the places in India that deserve more travelers. However, the best root bridges are concentrated in Cherrapunji and Shillong. Here is how to reach these beautiful destinations. Both these towns are accessible from Guwahati.

How to reach Shillong & Cherrapunji from Guwahati

Guwahati being a major city in the Northeast India acts as a hub for everyone traveling to the region. One can easily find plenty of commuting options to all the places in the Northeast from Guwahati.

By air: Guwahati airport at a distance of 123 km from Shillong, is well connected with major airports in India. Reserved cabs are mostly preferred by people to come down to Shillong from the airport. Shillong to Cherrapunji is 54 km, which is a 2-hour ride by a local bus or a cab.

By train: Guwahati Railway Station is the nearest railhead to Meghalaya. It is very well connected to other major railway stations across India and commuting to Shillong and other major cities of the Northeast India is quite convenient. The 148 km distance between Guwahati to Cherrapunji can be covered in 4 hours by a taxi or a private/government bus.

By road: Volvo buses and government buses run from Guwahati to Shillong and Cherrapunji run in tandem at regular intervals. The 99 km distance between Guwahati to Shillong is full of exciting views, which is indeed a treat for all the travelers.

Best time to visit the Living Root Bridges in Meghalaya

Meghalaya boasts of an equable climate throughout the year. The weather is pleasant and misty for the most part of a year. However, avoid the monsoon season - from June to August - because roads become slippery. Walking in the woods and descending steps also becomes difficult.

For the rest of the year, just pack your bag and don't forget to carry enough winter clothes.

Suggested Read: 30 Best Places To Visit In India In January

Double-decker Living Root Bridge in Cherrapunji

The 30 meters long bridge stands 2400 feet high and is the longest known Living Root Bridge, which also means that to reach the bridge one has to make a steep descent of 2400 feet. Having said that, the path from Cherrapunji to Umshiang root bridge is one of the most challenging treks and requires a lot of grit and stamina. It is said to be 180 years old and there are plans to add another level to the bridge.

Holding the proud distinction of being addressed as one of the most picturesque and beautiful places on earth, Cherrapunji at a distance of 56 km from Shillong, is a must-visit place in Meghalaya. Numerous waterfalls, misty environs, favorable climate throughout the year, and lush greenery make for some of the most prominent attractions for tourists from all over the world who flock to this peaceful retreat in the Northeast India.

How to reach Double-decker Living Root Bridge from Cherrapunji

The bridge is a 3 km trek from village Tyrna, which acts as the base village. Tyrna village is at a distance of 20 km from Cherrapunji. You won't find too many buses running on this route, therefore, the fastest means of reaching the Double-decker Living Root Bridge is hitchhiking or sharing rides. However, Sumo taxis are one of the widely used vehicles for commuting in the region. The trek from Tyrna village is rather daunting and you must be in your prime fitness to scale the distance with ease.
Other popular Living Root Bridges in Cherrapunji are Ummunoi Root Bridge, Ritymmen Root Bridge, Umkar Root Bridge, Mawsaw Root Bridge. These bridges make exciting treks and must be visited once you are in Cherrapunji.
Single-decker Living Root Bridge in Shillong

Single decker root bridge can be reached by a trekking a path that starts from village Riwai. This small village is very close to Mawlynnong - a quaint heaven that shot to fame in 2003 when it was adjudged as Asia's Cleanest Village by the Discover India magazine.

Mawlynnong is a rough 3-hour ride from Shillong and is located close to the Bangladesh border. Come here to enjoy the splendid view of natural balancing rock, one of the major attractions in Mawlynnong. In fact, there are some really interesting places to see and things to do here, along with some warm homestays. Plan a vacation and see for yourself.

Must Read: Here's Why The Cleanest Village In Asia, Mawlynnong Deserves More Tourists

How to reach Single-decker Living Root Bridge from Shillong

The distance between Shillong to Mawlynnong is 78 km, which can be covered by a 2.5-hour taxi ride. Take a shared Sumo or a jeep from Sumo Stand in Bara Bazaar, a 15-minute walk from Police Bazaar. For accurate directions, take help of localites.

To reach the Living Root Bridge one has to get down at Riwai village, few kilometers before Mawlynnong. The bridge is a 15-minute walk from there.

Further Read: 31 Reasons Why You Should Never Visit Northeast India
Meghalaya looks straight out of the sets of Hobbit. The charming locales of Meghalaya, be it woods, rivers, waterfalls, and wonders-out-of-the-world like Living Root Bridge, they all look so surreal. Visit this northeastern beauty to enjoy the best of nature and the marvel of Living Root Bridges.
Check out Dhilip's Itinerary for Meghalaya Trip and book a trip to this beautiful land.
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Ever Growing Living Root Bridges, Meghalaya - A Nature's Marvel In The Northeast

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Living Root Bridges, Meghalaya are a marvel of nature. The ones in Cherrapunji & Shillong, however, are the best among many spread in the state.

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This bridge rests on top and is above the trees.

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This is a picture of interaction between man and environment.

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As you can see in the above photo, Man built a wooden bridge across the rainforest. Over time, moss and other plants began covering the bridge. You can even see plants growing through cracks in between the wooden floor boards. Even the roots of the trees have grown through the bridge.

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An image of a climber plant using a man-made rope to support itself, and climb higher. I can infer that plants may rely on man-made structures to support themselves.

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As you can see, the plants leaves are facing downwards as the light placed by the humans is at the bottom of the plant.

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Bedok Reservoir is surrounded with greenery and shelter for humans to relax. It is also a water supply for animals and the environment.