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Nohkalikai Falls plunging over the cliffs of Cherrapunji

Meghalaya

Cherrapunji (Sohra)

Cherrapunji, locally known as Sohra, is renowned for record rainfall and a landscape of deep gorges, waterfalls and the Khasi tradition of training rubber fig tree roots into living bridges over decades. The double-decker root bridge near Nongriat is among the most famous in the state.

Top Attractions

  • Double-Decker Living Root Bridge
  • Nohkalikai Falls
  • Mawsmai Cave
  • Seven Sisters Falls

Best Time to Visit

September to May

How to Reach

Nearest airport: Shillong Airport, Umroi (about 90 km); road journey from Shillong takes roughly 1.5-2 hours.

Gallery

Double-decker living root bridge at Nongriat
Seven Sisters Falls in the monsoon mist, Sohra
Lyngksiar waterfall near Sohra

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