Eco Park - History, Timings & Entry Fee

Park

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Distance (From MLSLG): 3 Kms

Trip Duration (Including Travel): 30 Mins - 1 Hr

Place Location: Near Seven Sister Waterfalls

Transportation Options: Cab

Travel Tips: None

At a distance of 3 km from Cherrapunji Bus Stand, Eco Park is a park located in Cherrapunji, Meghalaya. Situated near Seven Sister Waterfalls, it is one of the popular and must visit places in Cherrapunji.

Eco Park was established in the year 2004 by the Meghalaya Government to facilitate tourists to enjoy the 'Green Canyons' of Sohra as well as the waterfalls that lie around it. The park is home to several hybrid and indigenous orchids in the Green House donated by Shillong Agri-Horticultural Society. The park houses children play area, monoliths, viewpoints, foot bridges, water conservation structures, and many shelters. There is a railing throughout the park which guides the way too.

The Park has a calm and peaceful atmosphere with the soft breeze blowing. Placed atop a plateau, this park offers nice views of the Sylhet Plains of Bangladesh. The southern corner of the Eco Park is the originating point of the popular Nohsngithiang Falls. There is a small eatery and souvenir shops outside the park for refreshment.

Entry Fee: Rs. 10 for Person

Timings: 8 AM - 5 PM