Kynrem Falls
Kynrem Falls is one of the highest and most spectacular waterfalls in India, plunging from a massive height of nearly 305 meters. Located within the serene Thangkharang Park, this waterfall is unique because it cascades down in three distinct tiers, creating a visual symphony of white foam against dark green cliffs. The falls are particularly majestic during the monsoon season when the volume of water increases significantly, sending a cool mist across the viewing platforms. Unlike many other falls in Cherrapunji that are viewed from across a gorge, Kynrem Falls offers a closer perspective as the road actually passes right across the base of the waterfall. From the park's viewpoint, one can also see the plains of Bangladesh stretching out into the horizon, providing a dual landscape experience. The surrounding area is rich in biodiversity, with rare orchids and tropical ferns lining the trails. It is a place of immense peace, where the only sound is the roar of the falling water. The falls are named after the local village and hold a special place in Khasi folklore as a symbol of the land's purity. Visitors can spend hours just watching the water descend through the dense forest layers. It is a must-visit for anyone who wants to witness the raw power of Meghalaya's world-famous rainfall translated into a vertical river.
General information
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Ideal Duration:
1 to 2 HoursPlace Type:
Category: Waterfall / Nature / ViewpointEntry Fees:
Entry to the waterfall is free, but there is a fee of Rs.30 to enter Thangkharang Park.
Parking: Car parking at the park entrance usually costs around Rs.20 per vehicle. ...Entry to the waterfall is free, but there is a fee of Rs.30 to enter Thangkharang Park.
Parking: Car parking at the park entrance usually costs around Rs.20 per vehicle.Timing:
Special Events:
The Monsoon Festival celebrates the peak flow of the falls with local music and food stalls in the park.
Cultural Day: Local schools often organize nature awareness camps here during the spring season. ...The Monsoon Festival celebrates the peak flow of the falls with local music and food stalls in the park.
Cultural Day: Local schools often organize nature awareness camps here during the spring season.Best Photo Spots:
Photo Spots: The top balcony of Thangkharang Park offers the best full-length shot of all three tiers.
The Road Bridge: Stand on the bridge at the base for a dramatic "bottom-up" view of the falling water. ...Photo Spots: The top balcony of Thangkharang Park offers the best full-length shot of all three tiers.
The Road Bridge: Stand on the bridge at the base for a dramatic "bottom-up" view of the falling water.Photo Gallery
Things To Do
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Sightseeing: View the magnificent three tiers from the designated platforms in Thangkharang Park.
Picnicking: Enjoy a family lunch in the manicured gardens of the park overlooking the waterfall.
Photography: Use a tripod to capture the silky effect of the water tiers during the golden hour.
Botany Walk: Explore the park's collection of exotic plants and the famous "Khoh Ramhah" rock nearby.
Valley Viewing: Look out over the deep gorges that lead into the floodplains of Bangladesh.
Drive-through: Experience the thrill of driving right past the cascading water on the main road.
Nature Study: Observe the unique moss and fern species that grow exclusively in the wate...
Information
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Why Famous:
It is famous for being the highest three-tiered waterfall in the state of Meghalaya.
Strategic Location: The viewpoint offers a panoramic 180-degree view of the border between India and Bangladesh.
Photography: It is widely recogni...It is famous for being the highest three-tiered waterfall in the state of Meghalaya.
Strategic Location: The viewpoint offers a panoramic 180-degree view of the border between India and Bangladesh.
Photography: It is widely recognized as one of the most photogenic spots in Cherrapunji due to its scale and symmetry. -
Architecture:
The falls are a geological marvel formed by a vertical drop of the plateau edge over hard metamorphic rock.
Dimensions: The total height is 305 meters (1,001 feet), making it the 7th highest waterfall in the country.
Tiered Structure:<...The falls are a geological marvel formed by a vertical drop of the plateau edge over hard metamorphic rock.
Dimensions: The total height is 305 meters (1,001 feet), making it the 7th highest waterfall in the country.
Tiered Structure: Each of the three tiers has a different width, with the middle tier being the widest, spreading the water out like a giant white veil. -
How To Reach:
By Air: Fly into Shillong Airport (Umroi) which is about 80 KM away from the waterfall site.
By Train: The closest major railway junction is Guwahati, followed by a taxi ride to Sohra.
By Road: Follow the r... -
Near Tourist Places:
Thangkharang Park (0 KM), Khoh Ramhah (1 KM), Seven Sisters Falls (8 KM), Mawsmai Cave (9 KM), Eco Park (10 KM), Nohkalikai Falls (15 KM), Arwah Cave (14 KM), Mawmluh Cave (11 KM), Dainthlen Falls (20 KM), Wei Sawdong (21 KM).
Tourism Tips
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Health: Carry a light raincoat as the mist from the falls can get you quite wet even on sunny days.
Packing: Bring binoculars to spot the birds and the distant villages of Bangladesh.
Cash: Ensure you have ...
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