Inhabitants of Cherrapunji have developed the innovative technique of using roots from Ficus Elastica trees to create living bridges over rivers and streams. As the bridges are alive and growing, the bridges become stronger over time, with some examples reportedly 500 years old.
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Sunday, August 9, 2009
Living Root Bridges of Cherrapunji
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