Apart from being the wettest place on earth, your Cherrapunjee tour package will also offer you the chance to attend the various cultural events that the city hosts. The city falls in the Khasi region of Meghalaya and is dominated by the Khasi tribes who are known for their amiable and helpful nature. Interestingly, the Khasi tribe of Cherrapunjee follows a matrilineal culture wherein the women of the family are considered to be the head. Apart from this, Cherrapunjee packages are also famous because of the local delicacies found in the region. The traditional Sohra Pulao is a must-try dish that is prepared by cooking vegetables and rice without spices. Adding to this, your Cherrapunjee trip will be incomplete if you don’t relish the traditional Jadoh platter. However, the staple food of the city consists of rice, spicy dried fish, and meat.
When it comes to the city’s cultural events, Cherrapunjee hosts two biggest cultural extravaganzas, namely the Nongkrem Dance and the Shad-Suk Mynsiem Fest. And with the right affordably priced Cherrapunjee tour packages, you are sure to be able to witness these events. The Nongkrem Dance is a 5-day dance festival which is celebrated in the months of October – November each year. During this festival, the tribes of the city dress up in their traditional attire and pray for peace and prosperity. It is their way of thanking the Lord for a good harvest season. Shad-Suk Mynsiem, on the other hand, is a 3-day festival held in the month of April every year. This festival is also known as the “Move of cheerful hearts” and is celebrated by the Garo and Jaintia clans of Meghalaya as well. Adding to these, travel to Cherrapunjee also offers a comfortable stay at some great resorts and cottages too. As mentioned earlier, this hill-station is a perfect honeymoon getaway for all couples. At Veena World, you can find some amazing honeymoon packages for Cherrapunjee online at competitive prices. Along with this, a Cherrapunjee tour package also includes low-cost shopping options for you.
What Are the Best Tourist Places to Visit In Cherrapunjee?
Cherrapunjee is a must-visit place for all the nature lovers, adventure junkies, and even for those who are looking for a relaxing vacation. Tourist places in Cherrapunjee that offer a variety of activities to enjoy, generally included in the Cherrapunjee trip cost, include:
1.Double-decker Living Roots Bridge
This root bridge has been created naturally by the locals of the city by tying up the living roots of the trees for decades. It is proof of nature’s wonders and a must-visit place during your Cherrapunjee tour.
2. Krem Mawmluh
The city has some beautiful natural caves with formations of stalactites and stalagmites. The Krem Mawmluh is one such example and among the popular tourist places in Cherrapunjee. The cave offers a breath-taking view of a river flowing which disappears as you go deeper into the cave. It has been very well-maintained by the Cherrapunjee Tourism Department.
3.Nohkalikai Waterfalls
Being India’s tallest plunge waterfalls, the view from the top of this tourist spot in Cherrapunjee is a mesmerizing one. When the water goes straight down into the lush and dense green forests, you can only gaze in wonder.
4.Thangkharang Park
One of the most amazing tourist spots in Cherrapunjee, this park is an ideal place for leisure. Interestingly, the view from this park overlooks the plains of the neighbouring country, Bangladesh.
5.Dawki
Your tour of Cherrapunjee will be incomplete if Dawki is not included in your itinerary. This tourist spot is known for its emerald coloured waters which give a mesmerising view of the river.