Rangthylliang Living Root Bridges

The Rangthylliang Living Root Bridges are a cluster of living root bridges located in Rangthylliang village near Pynursla in East Khasi Hills, Meghalaya. Formed by guiding aerial roots of Ficus elastica (rubber fig) trees over decades by Khasi villagers, the site includes what is regarded as the longest known living root bridge. Set amid dense subtropical forest, streams and valleys, the bridges serve as functional foot crossings and exemplify traditional bio-engineering and sustainable architecture.

Visitors can expect a guided trek through subtropical forest and village paths to reach several living root bridges spanning streams and gorges, including a notably long single-span bridge. The bridges are formed from interwoven living aerial roots and are narrow, springy footbridges. The surroundings include dense vegetation, small streams, natural pools and valley views. Access involves descending and ascending many steep concrete and natural steps and uneven trails. Local village guides typically accompany visitors and explain the root-training technique.