With the distinction of being the wettest place on earth, Mawsynram is a mesmerizing little village in the Indian state of Meghalaya. Located in the Khasi Hills, Mawsynram is famous for its rains. The green village is surrounded by hills and floating clouds overhead are a daily sight.
Mawsynram is situated 1400 meters above sea level. The rains of Mawsynram are so powerful that the villagers use a thick layer of grass in order to sound-proof their homes. The sliding slopes, rolling green mountains, blooming orchids, deafening waterfalls, and mesmerizing rains of Mawsynram makes it a fascinating tourist destination. The Khasi Hills provide for a beautiful backdrop. It is an ideal place for nature buffs.
