Mawsynram

Meghalaya is the wettest place, where people have an average annual rain of more than 11,000 mm. Sometimes, even the sounds of the village echo serenely in Mother Nature's wonder. Famous for its striking landscapes and magic, Mawsynram is a must-visit destination for all nature lovers, adventurers, and those who wish to witness the sheer beauty of Meghalaya.

Mawsynram is an absolutely small, pictorial village that draws visitors from all over the world. The place is famous due to the pleasant, cool climate all over the year and presents panoramic views of the surrounding hills and valleys. The whole village is so peaceful and the local culture so warm-hearted that their classic Khasi culture stands as a key highlight. The vibrant community and friendly people let them see and interact with the villagers and get to know about the rich traditions and folklore of the Khasi people.

Cherrapunji and Mawsynram are the nearest towns that often contend for the spot of being the wettest places on Earth. Cherrapunji hardly lags behind Mawsynram in the figures of rainfall. These destinations are well known for their natural beauty, waterfalls, and caves. While touring Cherrapunji and Mawsynram, travellers must not miss such an experience as the incredible Nohkalikai Falls, one of the highest in India, or Mawsmai caves, filled with stalactites and stalagmites.

Cherrapunji Mawsynram Reserve Forest is a biodiversity hotspot that has rare and endemic species of flora and fauna. The green evergreen forest is just the right place for nature lovers, birding enthusiasts, and photographers, who come here to enjoy the moist weather with constant rain that makes th