The Economic Times

Forget concrete, steel or wood. One state in India, has living bridges which last for 500 years

Meghalaya's Khasi community crafts extraordinary 'living bridges' from the roots of rubber fig trees, a testament to natural engineering. These durable, self-strengthening structures, guided by generations of artisans, span rivers and ravines, offering a sustainable alternative to conventional materials. Believed to connect heaven and earth, these remarkable bridges can endure for centuries, showcasing incredible patience and ingenuity in adapting to the region's heavy rainfall.