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A powerful waterfall near Cherrapunji, known for its unique potholed rock formations and a fascinating Khasi legend about a slain serpent.
Dainthlen Waterfalls is a powerful, single-plunge waterfall located just before you reach Cherrapunji town. Unlike many other falls that are viewed from a distance, here you can walk right up to the edge where the water cascades into the gorge below. The landscape around the falls is distinctive, featuring a wide, flat, rocky riverbed covered in numerous circular and irregular potholes carved by the force of the water over centuries. This unique terrain makes it an interesting place to explore on foot, though caution is advised on the uneven surfaces.
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Shillong-Sohra Highway, near Sohra, Sohra, Cherrapunji, Meghalaya, India
Air
Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU) in Guwahati, Assam is the nearest major airport, about 170 km away (4-5 hours by car). Shillong Airport (SHL) is closer at 80 km but has limited flight connectivity.
Train
Guwahati Railway Station (GHY) is the nearest major railway station, approximately 150 km away. You can hire a taxi from the station to Cherrapunji.
Road
The waterfall is located on the main road from Shillong to Cherrapunji (Sohra), about 5 km before Sohra town. You can hire a taxi from Shillong (approx. 55 km away) for a day trip or as a point-to-point transfer.
Local Transport
The best way to explore Cherrapunji is by hiring a local taxi for the day. These taxis typically have a fixed itinerary that includes Dainthlen Waterfalls and other popular spots. There is no reliable local bus or auto-rickshaw service to the falls.
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