25,000 bamboo trees are transported down the Kushiara River on a 70-meter-long raft, covering a distance of 300 kilometers through challenging terrain.
Synopsis
25,000 bamboo trees are transported down the Kushiara River on a 70-meter-long raft, covering a distance of 300 kilometers through challenging terrain.
Synopsis
In the Sylhet region of North-Eastern Bangladesh, men cut down bamboo trunks from dense forests. They transport 25,000 trees down the Kushiara River. Workers slide the trunks down rocky mountain streams into the valley. Once at the river, they bundle the trunks to create a 70-meter-long raft. Over a 300-kilometer trip downstream, they face various challenges from the elements and the river’s unpredictability. The film documents the bamboo harvesting process and its role in the local economy.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- Meet the bamboo harvesters of Sylhet region.
- See the construction of a massive bamboo raft.
- Follow the men navigating the Kushiara River.
Did You Know
- The men transport 25,000 bamboo trees down the Kushiara River.
- The bamboo raft measures 70 meters in length.
- The journey spans 300 kilometers downstream.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many bamboo trees are transported in the documentary?
25,000 bamboo trees are transported down the Kushiara River.
What is the length of the raft made from bamboo trunks?
The raft formed from the bamboo trunks is 70 meters long.
What is the total distance of the journey down the river?
The journey downstream covers a distance of 300 kilometers.
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