About Tura
Tura in Meghalaya is the largest town in the state and is still unknown to most of the tourists and travellers. There is an array of hidden wonders flourishing in Tura in the form of waterfalls, parks and hills. Located in the West Garo Hills district, Tura is inhabited by the Garo tribes and is known for its age-old culture and beautiful traditions.
Top Tourist Places to Visit in Tura
- Tura Peak : It serves as a base camp for trekkers and campers. Characterised by forests, vegetation and pleasant weather, Tura Peak sits at an elevation of 3000 feet and offers panoramic views of the surrounding valleys and settlements. To reach Tura Peak, you need to trek up Tura Hills for about 5 km through terrains and dense forests.
- Pelga Falls : Situated at a distance of about 7 km from the town, Pelga Falls is surrounded by dense woods, thereby, creating a serene and peaceful environment. Here one can explore the bamboo bridges that look stunning.
- Sastre : This tiny picturesque hamlet near Tura is a delightful and lively sightseeing destination in Tura. It is renowned for orange farming and is a place that you can soothe your nerves.
- Nokrek National Park : Nokrek National Park, is added to the list of biosphere reserves by UNESCO. It sprawls over 48 sq km and is covered with a thick forest and squashy meadows. Apart from spotting red pandas, you can also witness here Asian elephant, peacock, hornbill, clouded leopard, hoolock gibbon, and green pigeon.
- Siju Caves : It is one of the most extended cave systems in India. These are a complex of limestone caves filled with water and is inhabited by different species of bats. Hence, it is also known as Bat Cave. Located near Simsang river, the Caves are surrounded by dense vegetation and are home to migratory birds, such as peacocks and Siberian ducks.
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