Enriched with beautiful landscapes and cultural heritage, Meghalaya provides a blissful holiday.

Meghalaya is one of the finest places to visit in India to explore the natural beauty. From heavenly hills surrounded by clouds, and beautiful valleys and lakes, Meghalaya is a must-visit place. They also have some amazing waterfalls, caves, and wildlife. Tura is one such place to visit in Meghalaya. Following is the list of attractions in Tura.

Tura Peak, famous for its magnificent view:

This is located approximately 872m above mean sea level. This is located eastern region of Tura town. Although there are some tourist bungalows, this place is regarded as a reserve forest. You will observe the cinchona plantation there. The local people believe that this peak is the region where God stays. You will get amazing views of the famous Bramhaputra River.

Siju Caves, mysterious and beautiful:

This is situated approximately 130 kilometers from Tura town. This is one of the longest caves located in India. Locals call it Dobakkol, which means the cave of bats. These caves contain some beautiful river passages.

Balpakram National Park, amazing wildlife located high above sea level:

This is located approximately 3000 feet above the mean sea level. This place is famous for its pristine view. Meghalaya Government established this park considering the importance of biodiversity. The Deep gorge is the most famous zone in this National park. This resembles Grand Canyon, located in the USA.

Nokrek National Park, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve:

This is situated near the Tura Peak. You will observe Asian elephants, Red Pandas, Clouded Leopard, Capped Langur, Leopard Cat, tigers, and many other wild animals. This is one of the famous tourist places in Tura.

Pelga falls, a famous picnic spot:

This is located approximately 7 kilometers from Tura town. This is a perfect place for angling. If you love angling, you must visit there in the monsoon.

Siju Wildlife Sanctuary, famous among wildlife lovers:

This is located near the Siju caves. If you love bird watching, do visit this place. It is also known as a bird sanctuary. You may observe migratory birds during the winter months. If you are visiting Siju caves, do visit this sanctuary. Some endemic bird species are protected here.

Garo Hills, famous for its picturesque location:

This is one of the major attractions in Tura and overall Meghalaya. Garo hills span an area of 8000 Square kilometers. This hill is enriched with diverse flora and fauna. You will observe a beautiful view of the waterfall.

Summer is the most preferred time to explore Tura. You can also try the wintermonths, however monsoon months should be avoided. Every year, a landslide takes place causing harm to the locals as well as tourists. Hence, you must take proper precautions before visiting there.