Located in the northeastern part of India, Meghalaya which means ‘the abode of clouds’ is truly a tourist’s paradise for the nature lovers. This Enchanting state has got nice greenery, nice rolling hills and lots of rainfall; anyone who sets eyes on the state will fall in love with it instantly. It has many natural attractions but the prominent and famous one is the waterfalls that attract tourists from different parts of the world.
Apparently, Meghalaya waterfalls do not only depict beautiful sceneries but are representative falls of the state. These are spectacular and fed by the monsoon rains and are a cultural and biological asset for indigenous communities. Every waterfall in Meghalaya has its own story to tell, from the roaring Nohkalikai waterfall which plunges into a riot of green to the clear blue waters of Krang Suri beckoning one for a swim.
These waterfalls are much more than a sight-seeing feature; they are an integral component in the balanced bio-system of Meghalaya. They support a variety of flora and fauna and thus preserve the increased number of species of this region. To these indigenous people these waterfalls are sources of life, they supply them with water for drinking and for irrigation and even some spiritual needs.
Visiting the waterfalls of Meghalaya sometimes it feels like one is actually walking through a gallery set up by nature. All the cascades convey some story of overcoming, beauty, and the strength that lies in water. The waterfalls of Meghalaya are always unforgettable no matter if one is traveling in the jungles to discover the treasure or standing on a vantage point to enjoy how beautiful the nature is. Even today, people keep coming back to these monuments of architectural brilliance to relish the natural beauty of the structures.
