2.14 A Rest Day in Cherrapunji
Today is a rest day for us. We had a leisurely breakfast and set out to see the nearby Nohkalikai waterfall.
Nohkalikai Falls is the tallest plunge waterfall in India. Its height is 340 meters (1115 ft) Below the falls is a plunge pool with water of an unusual shade of green. The name of the falls in Khasi language meaning "Jump of Ka Likai" is linked to a legend about local women Likai who jumped off the cliff next to the falls. She ran off the edge of the plateau and the waterfall where she jumped from was named Nohkalikai Falls after her. During the monsoon months the waterfalls are in their full glory, cascading down with immense force and a thunderous roar.
The Nongsawlia Church is the oldest and the first Presbyterian Church in Meghalaya and also in North East India. The church looks grand due to its magnificent structure with a beautiful bell tower. There is a school on the premises and we were greeted by the joyful laughter of children having their lunch or running around in the small playground.
An afternoon siesta was a great way to rejuvenate our body after traveling continuously for almost two weeks.
It was a perfect day that ended with our evening get together followed by a sumptuous dinner.
The figures:
10.30 am Polo Orchid
11.20 am Nohkalikai Falls - 18 kms
12.30 pm Polo Orchid - 13 kms
Traveled today : 31 kms
Total distance covered : 4754 kms
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