Location in Mawsynram

Shillong India
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NearBy Airport
Shillong
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Best Season
Oct - Sep
  • Visiting Time : 06 AM - 6 PM
  • Ideal Duration : 6 Hrs
  • Best for : Art & Culture
  • Distance from City Centre : 50 km
  • Local Transport Mode : Taxi

Mawsynram is declared to be the wettest place on Earth. So, where exactly is Mawsynram? Well, if you are to wonder, where is Mawsynram and located in the state of Meghalaya about 65 km southwest of the capital city, Shillong, in the East Khasi Hills neighbourhood place known for its greenery, beautiful landscapes and heavy monsoon rains. Mawsynram is in which state? Where is Mawsynram located?  It is located in the scenic state of Meghalaya, with beautiful views waterfalls and uncommon rock formations.


Owing to its geographical position and its peculiarity of topography, Mawsynram is one of the wettest places on earth. It receives an average annual rainfall of 11,871 mm, mainly between June to September which constitutes the monsoon period. So dense is the precipitation here in these months because the moist air masses, pushed up by the Khasi Hills, are pushed upward by the Bay of Bengal.


Mawsynram in which state?? One of the places that every explorer should not miss visiting in Shillong tourism is Mawsynram. People euphorically have termed Shillong the "Scotland of the East" due to its pleasant atmosphere, rolling hills, and British colonial architecture. A day's trip from Shillong is possible for tourists visiting Mawsynram to see the great waterfalls, and misty hills, and experience the unique ways through which people living here live since it is known to be the world's rainiest place.


Major itineraries of most Meghalaya tour packages consist of this. There are so many attractions in the state of Meghalaya that other tourists can see too, like Cherrapunji, Nohkalikai Falls, Elephant Falls, and Umiam Lake. Those who enjoy nature, photography, and adventure tourism would especially be attracted to Mawsynram because of its beauty. Be it to venture into the vibrant cultures of Meghalaya, or just to laze around in the splendour of its landscapes, visiting Mawsynram would add positively to the beauty of your experience.

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