I decided to explore the world-famous double-decker root bridge in Nongriat, Meghalaya after reading a couple of very interesting articles and seeing some wonderful images of it on Internet.
I knew it would be a treacherous journey, but I had already made my mind.
The trip to this unique place was part of my Meghalaya sojourn. The owner of the guest house in Cherapunji, where I was staying, told me that I can explore this place on my own and that no guide was needed. So next day, I hired a cab to Tryna village and reached there at around 9:30am.
Then started the first trek of my life – the trek to the root bridge. The trek covered over 3,000 steps and a couple of iron and small root bridges.
It took me approximately 2 hours to cover this 3km arduous journey (one way). A couple of small shops have been built where you can buy some snacks, tea, coffee, bottled water etc.
Surrounded by dense forest, the 250-year-old bridge is located in a small village ‘Nongriat.’
According to the owner of my guest house, the man-made bridge was built to help local people cross over the river. I was mesmerized by the natural beauty surrounding the double-decker bridge and even went father to see the natural pool.
It was indeed a good idea as the crystal-clear water of the pool left me gob-smacked. The enchanting natural beauty around the place mesmerized me and left a deep imprint on me.
I trekked from one mountain to another and what an exhilarating experience it was. I was very tired while returning and might have taken hundreds of mini breaks. If you ever visit Meghalaya, make sure you don’t miss this beautiful ‘tiny paradise.’ Just do keep in mind that physical strength and good stamina is a must for this trek. Also, try to start your journey little earlier so that you won’t see crowds. When I reached the place, I found only few local workers, who were collecting pebbles.
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Are those roots continuously connected all the way to the end . Very beautiful place and that will be on my bucket list .
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YES although it is not so long…just few meters..
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Pristine and Breathtaking!!!
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So delighted to read your post. I’m planning to do it this winter. Born and brought up in Shillong and having lived there for the first 30 years of my life, I have seen nothing of my hometown. It’s only when I left my home, I realized how beautiful it is and how lucky I am to call it my home 🙂
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Meghalaya is India’s one of finest states in terms of everything be it people or nature 🙂
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Thank you! I feel happy to hear that 🙂
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It’s still on my wish list. Hope this happens for me in 2018. Glad you made it
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You can easily do it 🙂
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Lets see
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That looks incredible – something else to add to an endless list of places I’d like to visit!
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you will love this place 🙂
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May I ask what camera you use?
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canon 750D
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Very impressive results.
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Thank You David
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