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Megalithic Bridge On The Um-Kumbeh, Near Syndai

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Location: Jaintia Hills, MeghalayaYear: 18th century CE

Megalithic bridge of big stone slabs supported by stone pillars is laid over the river 'Um-Kumbeh'. The bridge wonderfully designed with stone slabs can be dated to circa 18th century CE. Airport:Shillong;
Railway Station : Guwahati; Bus Station :Jowai.

Category: Archaeological sitesOwnership: Archaeological Survey of India
Reference: http://asiguwahaticircle.gov.in/umkumbeh.html
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Archaeological Site Jaintia Hills Meghalaya

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