CHAPTER 4: MEGHALAYA MASALA
The previous day had ended well. Following a bit of confused wandering around Ranikor after dark, I managed to snag … Continue reading CHAPTER 4: MEGHALAYA MASALA
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CHAPTER 1: THE KHASI HILLS
In early 2019, I walked across the Khasi Hills of Northeast India. It wasn’t easy. But where are the Khasi … Continue reading CHAPTER 1: THE KHASI HILLS
CHAPTER 7: THE ROOT BRIDGES OF RANGTHYLLIANG
The most extraordinary places in Meghalaya are all hidden. The darker vales of Riwar abound in secret waterfalls and deep … Continue reading CHAPTER 7: THE ROOT BRIDGES OF RANGTHYLLIANG
SUSPENSION BRIDGES OF MEGHALAYA: PART 1
There’s a good reason why Northeast India’s incredible root bridges have captured the world’s attention. While living architecture has been … Continue reading SUSPENSION BRIDGES OF MEGHALAYA: PART 1
THE SMALLEST ROOT BRIDGE
Or, perhaps a better title might be: “The smallest root bridge I’ve ever clapped eyes on, though there could be … Continue reading THE SMALLEST ROOT BRIDGE
A QUICK LOOK AT HOW A ROOT BRIDGE DEVELOPED OVER TIME
Today I thought I’d share a few photos of a small root bridge in the Khasi Hills that I was … Continue reading A QUICK LOOK AT HOW A ROOT BRIDGE DEVELOPED OVER TIME
CHAPTER 3: ON BEYOND NONGRIAT
Nelson Nongbri had helpfully made me a rough map of the network of trails west of Nongriat. It looked basic, … Continue reading CHAPTER 3: ON BEYOND NONGRIAT
THE ROOT BRIDGES OF NONGRIAT OVER THE YEARS
It was over a decade ago, during the monsoon season of 2011, that I first ventured to the spectacular Khasi … Continue reading THE ROOT BRIDGES OF NONGRIAT OVER THE YEARS
CHAPTER 1: THE RAGGED EDGE OF INDIA
India, as a political entity, geographical concept, or civilization, is often described as a world unto itself. If that’s the … Continue reading CHAPTER 1: THE RAGGED EDGE OF INDIA
How are Living Root Bridges Made?
HOW ARE LIVING ROOT BRIDGES MADE?* The Khasi people of Northeast India create living root bridges using the pliable aerial … Continue reading How are Living Root Bridges Made?
What are Living Root Bridges?
The following is a short excerpt from my upcoming book Through the Canyons of Living Bridges What are living root … Continue reading What are Living Root Bridges?
Patrick Rogers 