4 Natural Bridges You Must Cross Before You Die — One Is in India!

4 Natural Bridges You Must Cross Before You Die — One Is in India! (Image: Canva)

The most stunning geological phenomenon on Earth is natural bridges. The bridges were created in thousands or even millions of years, and they unite us with the art of nature and give us awe. These are four amazing ones, and you must visit them at least once in your lifetime.

Sipapu Bridge, Utah, USA

Sipapu Bridge is among the greatest natural stone spans in the world, found in Natural Bridges National Monument. It is a mountain that overlooks a deep canyon, and can be reached via hiking paths, where viewers can see the scenic desert scenery of Utah.

The Natural Bridge, Virginia, USA

This is an impressive gateway carved out of Cedar Creek in a huge limestone arch. It is over 200 feet tall and has been a celebrated natural landmark since colonial times. And it is a unique combination of geological and historical landmarks.

Aloba Arch, Chad

Aloba Arch, located in the Ennedi Plateau of Chad, is among the tallest natural arches in Africa and stands above the desert floor. It has an alien quality due to its remote location and sheer size, which makes it an adventure traveller's dream destination.

Living Root Bridges, India, Meghalaya

The Living root bridges of Meghalaya are unique in India in the northeast. The Khasi and Jaintia tribes have invented these types of living structures, which are built over hundreds of years using the roots of rubber fig trees, which are trained to cross streams and gorges. They are mighty and self-grown; they reflect the unity of human ingenuity and nature.

Passing over any of these natural bridges is not a mere corporeal experience, but an opportunity to experience geologic time, cultural past and the brashness of the natural landscape. The bridges are made of rock, and bridges are made of living roots, but the bottom line is that their construction testifies to the fact that nature is the master architect.