Cherrapunjee has made it to the Guinness Book of World Records for being the wettest place on earth. It doesn’t have the title anymore, but the vistas of rolling hills and deep valleys can still stop you in your tracks. Located 4,500 feet above ground level, a sheet of mist covers the town and gives you the feeling that you are walking in the clouds. On every turn, a waterfall rockets down the valley and the vista of curtains of water gushing into pools will simply leave you breathless.
Your retreat in Cherrapunjee will bring
Cherrapunjee has made it to the Guinness Book of World Records for being the wettest place on earth. It doesn’t have the title anymore, but the vistas of rolling hills and deep valleys can still stop you in your tracks. Located 4,500 feet above ground level, a sheet of mist covers the town and gives you the feeling that you are walking in the clouds. On every turn, a waterfall rockets down the valley and the vista of curtains of water gushing into pools will simply leave you breathless.
Your retreat in Cherrapunjee will bring you close to nature’s splendour, whether it is these waterfalls or the living bridges. Start your exploration with the tallest waterfall in India, the Nohkalikai Falls with the height of 340 metres. The Wakaba Falls and the Kynrem Falls are two other dramatic waterfalls that you will see mentioned in every tourist guide. The living bridges here built by the Khasis (local community) will invite you to walk on the thick roots of fig trees. Admire these wonders that are a collaboration of men and nature – these strong, natural pathways perched above streams have carried many people over the years to the other side and they are only getting stronger with age.
The Khasis have a long history that goes back to 1200 BC. Interact with the locals and learn about their past, culture, and traditions – you will be fascinated to find out about their matrilineal customs that give more freedom to women in their community.
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