There are many places in India, known for unique features or qualities. Some are such that they have broken the record for their special feature across the globe. These places are indeed a beautiful sight and a must-visit experience.
The best way to connect to them is through low-cost flights. Check out Air India Express flights that operate to the capital cities that are in close proximity to these record-breaking locations. Traveling by flight is both easy and comfortable. Here is a look at what these locations are:
- Double Decker Living Root Bridges – These are stunning bridges, set in the thick forest of Meghalaya and are made from the entanglements of just two tree roots. They are living bridges because their roots keep growing and are one-of-a-kind in the world. These are functional bridges and there are about 11 of them located some two and a half hours drive from Shillong. It is an occurrence that is found in the world’s wettest place – Cheranpunji. They are a strange combo of nature and engineering, arising from the Indian Rubber tree. As time goes by they become stronger and have the capacity to hold the weight of 40 people at a time.
- World’s highest motorable road – This is a strategic road that connects Pangong lake with Leh and it passes through the Kela Pass. What is amazing about it is its height which is 18,600 feet making it the world’s highest motorable road. It was constructed by the Indian Army; 58 engineer regiment. It will in the future bring a lot of economic development to the lalok region of Ladakh. Along the road, you can see many medicinal plants and livestock that belong to nomads, beautiful lakes, and other similar beautiful spots.
- Floating village in India – This village is named Champu Khangok and it is situated right on top of Loktak Lake, which is the largest freshwater lake in the northeast region. It is the only one of its kind in the world as it literally floats on the waters of this lake with settlement in it being made by 134 huts men. This floating village is actually home to some 400 people. It is actually floating biomass called plasmids and it is present right in the middle of the lake. The nature of the ecosystem here is a combination of fishermen, birds, fish, and the floating home that beckons people from all over to visit.
- First floating library in India – This library came into existence through the efforts of the West Bengal transport Corporation. It is also known as the young reader’s boat library and is quite famous for its interior appearance as well as its collection of 500 books in languages Hindi, Bengali, and English. This library is on a boat that floats on the River Hooghly and it was launched on republic day. Visitors getting on the boat are taken on a three-hour trip that traverses across Millennium Park and Belur Math. The Price for adults is s.4100 and for children, it is rs.50.
- Highest post office in the world – This is the Hikkim post office which is located in Spiti valley. It is some 4400 meters above sea level and establishes a vital connection between this place and the rest of the world. Located in the Village of Hikkim in Himachal Pradesh, recently its structure has been renovated and it now has the appearance of a letterbox shape. Since it has such a unique location, it is a spot for tourist who comes to the State. Here you can pick a beautiful postcard and send them to relatives all across the world.
- First sunrise in India – It was in 1999, that Dong was found to be the first place in India where the sunrise is experienced. It is a small town situated in the Anjaw district of Arunachal Pradesh. It is also India’s easternmost village and one that is located at 1240 meters above sea level. The fantastic first sunrise can be experienced at 5 am in the morning and the sunset occurs at 5 pm in the evening. It is situated at a vantage point between China and Myanmar on the River Lohit, a Brahmaputra ad Sati tributary.
- Highest rail bridge in the world – It is the bridge that spans across the Chenab River, connecting some of the most difficult-to-reach spots in Jammu and Kashmir. Standing at a height of 359 meters, it is 35 meters higher than the Eiffel Tower. The construction process made use of 28,660 MT steel, 26 Km of motorable roads, 66,000 Cum Concrete, and 10 Lakh Cum Earthwork
- The wettest inhabited place on Earth – One place that experiences such a lot of rainfall in the world is the small village or Mawsynram. It gets an amazing 10,000 millimeters of rain annually, which makes it the wettest place in the world. Such is the amount of heavy rainfall that laborers working wear full-body umbrellas which are made from banana leaves and bamboo. As air current moves from Bangladesh, they hit the hills of Meghalaya causing a massive downpour that is three times more than what is experienced in Seattle.
- Highest Cricket Ground in the World – It is the Dharamshala cricket ground, also known as the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) Stadium and it is a fully functional one at a height of 1457 meters above sea level. It has the capacity to seat 23,000 people and is located in the most beautiful surroundings. Set against the backdrop of snowy mountains, This cricket stadium is considered to be one of the most beautiful in the world.
Experience the joy of these record-breaking places by visiting them with your family on a vacation. Take Air India Express flights to the city that lies closest to them so that you can reach the region comfortably. Booking tickets can be done in minutes online along with web check-in.
