Meghalaya
sightseeing
Seven Sisters Falls, locally called Nohsngithiang Falls, is located in Cherrapunji, Meghalaya. It drops 315 meters in seven separate streams across a wide cliff face. It is among the tallest plunge waterfalls in India. The falls are at full flow only during the monsoon season, which runs from June to September.
Cherrapunji is 55 kilometers from Shillong by road. The drive takes around two hours. Travelers booking Meghalaya tour packages will find this waterfall included in most standard itineraries alongside Nohkalikai Falls and Mawsmai Cave. No direct bus connects Shillong to the falls. A private cab or shared taxi from Shillong is the practical way to get here.
Seven Sisters Falls is named after the seven northeastern states of India. The waterfall splits into multiple streams during the monsoon, creating the “seven” appearance across the cliff.
According to local Stroy, the Khasi people believe the seven streams represent seven sisters who were turned into water by a divine force to protect the land. Locals still consider the falls sacred and perform traditional rituals near the site during certain seasons.
Visit between June and September during the monsoon. All seven streams flow at full capacity during this period. The view is amazing, and the falls are at their widest. Outside the monsoon, the streams thin out or dry up completely. The best time to visit is between 6 am and 9 pm.
A 55 km drive from Shillong to Cherrapunji takes about 2 to 2.5 hours, with cab fares around ₹1,500–₹3,000. The Seven Sisters Falls viewpoint sits along the main road, with parking available close to the entrance.
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Maps & Location
6PQM+H2M, Nongkalikhai, Nohkalikai, Sohra, Meghalaya 793108
Essential Information
Point of Interest for Seven Sisters Falls
Main Waterfall View
Wide cliff view with multiple streams during the monsoon season.
Mawsmai Cave
A cool, rocky tunnel you can walk inside. It is very close!
Eco Park
A pretty garden on top of the hill where you can see the water start to fall.
Thangkharang Park
A place with a big view where you can see all the way to another country (Bangladesh).
It is located near Cherrapunji in the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya. It sits along the main road and is accessed through a designated viewpoint area.
You don’t need separate days just for Seven Sisters Falls. It can be covered in a few hours as part of a one-day Cherrapunji trip from Shillong.
There is no long walk required at Seven Sisters Falls. The viewpoint is close to the parking area, and a short 5–10 minute walk is enough to reach the viewing point.
Yes, it is a popular tourist spot in Meghalaya. It attracts visitors, especially during the monsoon when all streams are visible, and the waterfall looks full.
Yes, It can be seen without hiking. The viewpoint is located near the road, making it easily accessible for all types of travellers.
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