TRIP TO CHERRAPUNJEE
Cherrapunji – Abode of the clouds, a land of breathtaking beauty and exotic people. Commonly known as Sohra, this place is the wettest place on earth, but nearby place Mawsynram currently holds the record. Situated in the East Khasi hills district, we happened to explore this beauty on 27th Jan and it was all worth.
TOP TOURIST DESTINATION OF CHERRAPUNJEE
- Wahkaba Falls – This is a tiered waterfall close to
170-190 m in height and provides a beautiful view of the valley. During
monsoons, there is a heavy flow of the streams, however we visited in
winters and were still lucky to have a glimpse of waterfall (although a
very thin stream :P) Entry Fee per person – Rs 10
- Ramkrishna Mission – Started by Swami Vivekananda, this place have turned into a major tourist attraction. Entry is free of cost
and one can see the culture of Meghalaya and other north eastern
states, dresses, folk dances, major places and the most famous things
crafted out of bamboo.
- Nohkalikai Falls – Highest waterfalls of India and fourth
highest in the world. The drive to these falls take you to a cliff from
where one can see the water gushing down into a pool of dark blue water.
This fall has a sad legend to it. The name of the falls mean the jump
of Ka Likai. A woman named Likai had a daughter and had to remarry after
her husband died. There was no source of income and hence she became
porter and could not pay attention to her second husband. The jealous
husband killed the infant and cooked her meat after throwing away the
head and bones. When Likai returned home, she found none except the
meal. She wanted to look for her daughter, but ate the meat as she was
hungry. As she proceeded to eat betel leaves, she found a severed finger
near the place. She understood what had happened in her absence and
went mad in anger. She started running and jumped off the edge of the
plateau and the waterfalls were named after her. There is a saying that
these waterfalls doesn’t dry even in non monsoon season – Falls of
sorrow. Entry Fee per person – Rs 20
- Nohsngithiang Falls (Seven Sister Falls) – The name is
derived from the seven streams that falls down the plateau. Must see
attraction during the monsoons, however we could not see a single stream
flowing as it was winter season :(. The falls are also called as
Mawsmai falls, named after the village.
- Mawsmai Caves – One of the major tourist attractions.
These limestone caves in Meghalaya are lit enough for the tourists to
enjoy the natural formation and leave then awestruck. Indeed one of the
natural wonders. Entry Fee per person – Rs 20
- Eco Park – This park has been designed by the government so that tourists can enjoy the seven sister falls that is right across this park. From one of the sides there is a view point to observe the Bangladesh plains. During spring season this park observes a wide variety of Orchids. Entry Fee per person – Rs 20
Travel Mode –
Cheapest way to travel from Shillong to Cherrapunjee is a shared sumo that charges Rs 70 per person. However for a comfortable journey you can hire a cab that covers the sightseeing as well and charges approx Rs 1500 (price for off season and can go high a bit during the peak season). Local bus transport is also available, however it isn’t that frequent. People do travel by bikes as well, however a some of the places, road conditions aren’t that good.
Best Season to Visit –
Summer season (March -May) is best to travel as it is pleasant and one can witness the falls as well. At times rain can be a spoilsport. During monsoons, Cherrapunji receives the heaviest rainfall and it is not possible to explore the beauty of this place as the falls and caves are flooded. Winters (October – February) is another good time to visit, however you might find couple of falls dry during this season.
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