Waterfalls, Sohra Civil Sub-Division, Sohra

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Lyngksiar Waterfall

This is the most beautiful Waterfall of the village. It derived its name from the rare orchid known as Tiew Lyngksiar. This orchid blooms with golden petals for three months in a year and is available in the forest around this particular place. In the past, this spot was used by the village community as a Community fishing ground. The villagers gathered here to get a big catch in the form of friendly competition. In the evening, they feast together with great pomp and show. People from this village used to spend their day off in this peaceful spot for swimming, fishing and spend their leisure time. This location is feasible for water sports, boating and fishing with proper infrastructure and good road service. *

Wahkaba Falls

This waterfall is situated at Umstew opposite the Umstew Beach, This elegant waterfall has a legendary story of its own. In the past there lived two fairies in this Waterfall- one black and one white. Sometimes on a market day, one will see these fairies at Sohra Market shopping like ordinary people carrying basket to keep their belongings. Most of the people in the market cannot recognize them but for those who can differentiate ,they can easily recognize them because they have no shadow of their own. These fairies used to hypnotize the people coming in contact with them. In the past most of the young men disappeared from home and returned after two to three month and it was believed that they were married to a fairy. *

Noh-Kalikai Falls

The beautiful waterfall, cascading down from the top of the gorge to the mystic deep green pool below, reminded one, of the tragic legend associated with it, i.e., of a grief stricken mother who plunged to her death, she was unable to overcome her sorrow over the murder of her daughter by her husband and the horror that she had relished by eating the flesh of her only beloved child. After eating, she finds her daughter's fingers in the betel-nut basket. In despair, the woman threw herself off this cliff giving the falls its name: "Fall of Ka Likai"

Nohsngithiang Falls

The Nohsngithiang Falls, also known as the Mawsmai Falls is located 1 kilometre south of Mawsmai village. The waterfall is also called the Seven Sisters Falls as it has got seven segments plunging down the limestone cliffs of Khasi Hills from a height of about 1000 feet. One can view the falls from the Eco Park which has been constructed on the plateau on top of the falls. There is also a viewing point for the falls on the road to Cherrapunji. We gave the Eco Park a go by and viewed the falls from the viewpoint on the road. The rainwater fed waterfall presents an enchanting view against the backdrop of limestone cliffs.

Waterfalls in Sohra

Sohra is dotted with waterfalls cascading over deep gorges. The swift flowing rivers and streams flow in a southernly direction to the plains. Almost all waterfalls are places of magnificent attraction which manifest the marvels of nature. Once people catch a glimpse of these natural scenic attractions, they will be tempted to come again and again for a number of times. The mighty sound of roaring noises that waterfalls make during heavy rainfall is simply deafening and unfathomable to comprehend. Some falls plunge hundreds and thousands of feet down below in a single narrow stream of water. Others seem to jump in broader magnitude like giants that tower upon those of smaller size. Many of the waterfalls have incalculable amount of water during heavy monsoon but are reduced to a trickle once the cold, dry season sets in. what a contrast, indeed! The roaring giants of the summer become the whining dwarfs of winter. Nevertheless, the bewitching beauty and attractions of the place cannot be described in mere rhetorics. If one is to fully understand the scenic creation of the Almighty, then one should come and enjoy the fascinating and awe-inspiring sight at least once.

Nearly all the waterfalls have legends associated with them. Accordingly, the names had been derived and remain so till date. With the passage of time, these stories have been exaggerated so that it is becoming difficult to separate myth from reality. However, the legends live on and give fresh lease of life to a people in hardship and adversity.

Lyngngai Waterfalls

Located at about one km. west from Laitryngew village, lies another nature's splendour - the Lyngngai water falls. The name Lyngngai which in local parlance means nothing to worry from the fact that it flows slowly with the sun shining on it as if she has nothing to do. The best time to visit is from June - October. One can reach there either Jeep or travel on foot. Local guides Kyrshan Nongrum and Wanshanbor Phanbuh (9856415894) are available for assistance. *

Dainthlen Falls

The waterfall derives its name from U Thlen or a snake of gigantic size which dwelt in a cave. According to the legend, a demon snake ( U Thlen) who caused a lot of trouble was slaughtered here and it's flesh was used in the feast afterwards. One can see the deep scars left on the rocks before the waterfall where the demon was killed. Natural rock carvings of the episode draw visitors to see the image of the Thlen, the symbol of greed, corruption and evil.

Kynrem Falls

Situated to the southeastern part of Sohra , it is the 7^th highest waterfall in India, about 14 km from the Sohra Market . It is well known as the Highest Waterfall in Meghalaya ,cascading in three stages from the top of the hill , It can also be seen from the Thangkharang Park . Best Viewed On the Summer Months (April, May-September). There are several viewpoints of this waterfall, including a road that runs across its bottom (on its way to Bangladesh, which we could see from the lookout in the park).