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 the forest almost magical in its misty ambience. The forest also is the area of preservation of the ecological balance in the region, where its rich biodiversity has an important role in maintaining the natural environment of Mawsynram Meghalaya.

One unique attraction of Meghalaya Mawsynram is the famous "Mawjymbuin Cave, a natural wonder formed from limestone deposits. There is a colossal stalagmite in the shape of a Shiva Linga inside this cave, which is another reason for attracting loads of visitors here for its spiritual significance as well as natural importance. Another fascinating feature of this area is "Symper Rock," a large dome-shaped rock formation giving a panoramic view of the surrounding valleys.

While visiting, one must try all the local Khasi delicacies and taste the flavours of Meghalaya. The hospitality at the hands of the locals along with life's simplicity in Mawsynram village make this beautiful location all the more charming.

Mawsynram is a tourist destination throughout the year, though the best time to visit is between September and November when the monsoons have abated and the climate is enjoyable. By then, the landscapes are richly green, and the falls are at their fullest-flow best. The winter months, December to February are also good times to travel to Mawsynram as the weather remains cool and pleasant.

Mawsynram is surely an unmissable destination for travellers, who plan their trip to Meghalaya. Mostly, any Meghalaya tour packages will include both Cherrapunji and Mawsynram, which allow the tourists to see the wonder of the two wettest places on Earth.

Seeing Mawsynram Meghalaya is a type of experience from which people can connect themselves with nature and can also witness serenity within these hills as well as one can see the unbelievable force of rain by the Monsoon. Be it an adventure tour, a lover's getaway to nature, or just a quiet retreat, Mawsynram has it all. Then why wait? Plan your Cherrapunji tour and visit this exceptional village full of some of the most spectacular landscapes India has in its store.