Meghalaya
Tourist Place in Cherrapunjee
| Location: | Cherrapunjee, Meghalaya, India |
| Temperature: | Summer: 24°C,14°C; Winter:17°C,6°C; |
| STD Code: | 3637 |
| Best Times: | October to March |
| Attractions: | Double Decker Root Bridge, Double Decker Root Bridge, Dainthlen Waterfalls |
| Language: | English, Hindi, Khasi, Garo, Assamese |
Cherrapunjee
Cherrapunjee is situated 56 Kms from Shillong and 1300 metres above sea level. It is famous for rainiest place on the planet in all over the world. Besides a number of roaring water falls, including the famous Nohsngithiang falls the lovely town is also famous for its limestone caves, orange, honey, a headquarter of the Syiem of Sohra and a Centre of the Khasi Culture and literature.
Double Decker Root Bridge
The Double Decker Root Bridge situated at the Tyrna village is more than 100 feet in length and can carry more than 50 people simultaneously. This bridge lies over the Umshiang River.
Dainthlen Waterfalls
The Dainthlen Waterfalls are close to the Ranguyrthei village on the road to Cherrapunjee. While on way to this waterfall, one can view stretches of rock formation and vast grasslands.
Thangkharang Park and Kynrem Waterfalls
The Thangkharang Park is located 12 kilometers from Cherrapunjee and is handled by the State Forest Department. From the hilltop it is possible to view attractive plains along with rivers that are on their final journey to the sea.
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