Introduction: Northeast India is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful destinations and people keep going back there whenever they can. Here people get loads of amazing experiences. It is a land full of surprises. Beautiful scenery, filled with greenery, spirituality, untouched beauty of nature, the hospitality of the locals, and culture along with a rich history and organic way of living have made Northeast India one of the unexplainable and famed destinations in India. Here are some places mentioned below to visit in Northeast India.
1. Cherrapunji - Also known as Sohra is a high-altitude town in the Northeast Indian State of Meghalaya. It is known for its living root bridges, made from rubber trees. To the Northeast, Mawdok Dympep Valley Viewpoint overlooks verdant gorges. Seven sisters waterfall is known as one of the most famous waterfalls in Cherrapunji. Cherrapunji is a great choice to visit in Northeast India.
2. Dawki - Dawki is a town in West Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya. Dawki is most famous among tourists for the fascinating Umngot River, also known as Dawki River, which features crystal clear water which looks like a mirror. There are many more places to visit in Dawki - Jaflong Zero Point, Byrdaw Falls & Pomshutia, Rymben Falls, Dainthlen Falls, and Borhill falls. Dawki is the cleanest river in Asia.
3. Mawsynram – Mawsynram is a town in the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya State in Northeast India, 69 kilometers from Shillong, the state capital. Mawsynram receives the highest rainfall in India. It is reportedly the wettest place on Earth, with an average annual rainfall of 11,872 millimeters (467.4 in). It receives the majority of its rainfall from the Bay of Bengal of the Indian monsoon.
There are places to visit in Mawsynram -
Mawsynram caves, Mawsmai Falls, Kheng Kheng Viewpoint, Mawlyngbna Heritage, Ummhakoi Lake. The vibrant farms, exquisite waterfalls, and misty natural wonders make Mawsynram a prime destination for nature lovers who are also fond of rain.
4. Kaziranga - Kaziranga National Park is a National Park in the Golaghat and Nagaon districts of the state of Assam. The Park which hosts two-thirds of the world's great One-horned Rhinoceroses is a World Heritage Site. This 430 square kilometers national park is also the breeding birds.
There are many animals to spot like One-horned rhinos, Royal Bengal Tigers, Asiatic Elephants, Swamp Deer, and Wild Water Buffalos. This place would be a good choice to visit in Northeast India for animal lovers.
5. Sela Pass in Tawang - Sela Pass is one of the most famous places to visit in Northeast India. It has an elevation of 4170m (13, 700 ft) and connects the Indian Buddhist town of Tawang to Dirang and Guwahati. Sela pass is also one of the high-altitude motorable passes in the World. Sela Pass in Arunachal Pradesh connects Rawan valley to the rest of India. Visitors from all corners of the country come here to enjoy the mesmerizing views of the snow-capped mountains.
6. Dong - Dong is a small village in Dong valley of Anjaw district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is the easternmost village in India, near the point where India, China, and Myanmar meet. It is the location of a peak, a top that tourists climb at 3 am to see the sunrise. Dong valley can be considered such an exciting place to visit in Northeast India as it is known as The Land of India's First Sunrise. Dong is a small village, just 7 km away from Walong, and is situated on the left bank of the Lohit River. Snow-capped mountains & beautiful pine forests make the place immensely inviting.
There are many routes to the city - By air, By Train, By road, but the overall connectivity via road is quite good. To make the journey personal you can rent a car via GoRidez, the well-known Car rental service company in Guwahati(another graceful place to must visit in Northeast India).
7. Mechuka - Mechukha is a town, assembly constituency, and subdivision, situated 6,000 feet above sea level in the Mechukha valley of Yargep Chu/Siyom River in Shi Yomi district of Arunachal Pradesh state of India. Before the 1950s, Mechuka valley was known as Pachakshiri.
Mechuka is also known as Menchukha, which is made of three words! “Men” means “medicinal”, “Chu” means “Water” and “Kha” means “ice” in the local language. The melted water flowing here from the snow-capped peak is believed to have medicinal value. The Patum Bridge is located on the Yonago River.
8. Nameri National Park- It's a national park in the foothills of the eastern Himalayas in the Sonitpur district of Assam. Nameri national park was declared a Tiger Reserve in the year 1999-2000 and is the second Tiger Reserve of Assam after Manas Tiger reserve.
It has two core areas: Nameri national park and Sonai-Rupai wildlife (satellite core of the Nameri Tiger Reserve). It is famous for the Tiger, elephants, rare species of birds, and rare species of fish in the Jia Bharali river.
9. Kamakhya Temple- The Kamakhya temple at Nilachal hills in Guwahati, Assam is a place to must visit in Northeast India. The temple is one of the oldest of the 51 Shakti Peethas & the temple is dedicated to Goddess Kamakhya. Kamakhya temple is one of the oldest and most revered centers of Tantric practices. The temple is the center of the Kalachakra Tantra Marga and the Site of the Ambubachi Mela, an annual festival that celebrates the menstruation of the goddess.
10. Sivasagar - Sivasagar, is a city in and headquarters of the Sivasagar district, Assam. Sivasagar is situated about 360 kilometers Northeast of Guwahati. It is well known for its Ahom palaces and monuments. Sivasagar is an important center for the tea and oil industries today.
Places to visit in Sivasagar - Talatal Ghar, one of the most popular attractions of Sivasagar, just 6 km from the town, people come here for the lovely architecture, design & great upkeep. Rang Ghar, is one of the oldest surviving amphitheaters in Asia. Ahom Museum, Gaurisagar Tank, Gurgaon Palace Or Kereng Ghar, Sibsagar Lake( the landmark of the town), and many more.
To visit those places & experience the aesthetic features of these places with no hassle you can easily book your car with the nearest Car rental service company “Onroadz” in Guwahati. However, Sivasagar is aesthetically a little bit historical place to visit in Northeast India.
