The living root bridges are located across the southern slopes of the Khasi and Jaintia Hills in Meghalaya.
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India submits nomination of Meghalaya’s living root bridges for UNESCO World Heritage site
The Government of India has submitted the nomination of Meghalaya's living root bridges to UNESCO for consideration as a World Heritage site. These unique, centuries-old bridges are a testament to the indigenous Khasi and Jaintia communities' sustainable engineering and environmental stewardship. This recognition would highlight India's rich cultural heritage and promote conservation efforts for this living cultural landscape.
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The bridges are shaped over centuries by indigenous Khasi and Jaintia communities.
The nomination was submitted by the Government of India to UNESCO.
The living root bridges represent a 'living cultural landscape' shaped by local communities.
This recognition would promote conservation efforts and highlight India's rich cultural heritage.
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