Wei Sawdong Falls is a three-tiered[1] waterfall located in Cherrapunji, Meghalaya.[2]

Wei Sawdong Falls
Wei Sawdong Falls
Wei Sawdong Falls is located in Meghalaya
Wei Sawdong Falls
Location in Meghalaya
Wei Sawdong Falls is located in India
Wei Sawdong Falls
Wei Sawdong Falls (India)
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LocationCherrapunji, East Khasi Hills, Meghalaya, India
Coordinates25°17′28″N 91°40′42″E / 25.2912308°N 91.6783496°E / 25.2912308; 91.6783496
TypeTiered (3 tiered)
Elevation51 m (167 ft)

Location

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The fall is situated some 60 km southwest of Shillong in East Khasi Hills district[3] and is in close proximity to another major waterfall, Dainthlen Falls. The name Wei Sawdong derives from the Khasi language (wei - resembling a pool, sawdong - square-shaped), spoken locally.

Wei Sawdong is difficult to access, and the trek to the waterfall is along an out-and-back trail and challenging.[4] The falls are especially known for their bluish-green, crystal-clear water.[5]

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References

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  1. ^ "Dainthlen and Wei-Sawdong Falls – Meghalaya Tourism". Retrieved 2022-04-23.
  2. ^ "Meghalaya is the perfect place for a relaxing vacation". www.telegraphindia.com. Retrieved 2022-04-23.
  3. ^ "Meghalaya's most offbeat secrets: No one will tell you about these places!". The Times of India. Retrieved 2022-04-24.
  4. ^ Singh, Ritu. "Waterfalls, Meadows & Lakes Galore: Why Meghalaya is a Nature Lovers Paradise | Top 8 Places to Visit". www.india.com. Retrieved 2022-04-23.
  5. ^ "AllTrails - Wei Sawdong Waterfall".
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