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Nongpoh to Dawki

Updated: March 14, 2024 06:08 PM
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Nongpoh to Dawki - Language, Currency, Distance, How to Reach, Expenses, Best time to go, What to Eat, Where to Go, FAQ

Nongpoh is a town in the Ri-Bhoi district of Meghalaya, India. It is located about 30 km from Shillong, the capital of Meghalaya. Dawki is a town in the West Jaintia Hills district of Meghalaya, India. It is located about 90 km from Shillong.

Language

The official language of Meghalaya is Khasi. However, English is also widely spoken in the state. In Nongpoh and Dawki, Khasi and English are the most commonly spoken languages.

Currency

The official currency of India is the Indian Rupee (INR). This is the only currency that is accepted in Nongpoh and Dawki.

Distance

The distance between Nongpoh and Dawki is about 90 km. It takes about 3 hours to drive from Nongpoh to Dawki.

How to Reach

The best way to reach Dawki from Nongpoh is by car. You can either hire a taxi or drive your own car. There are also buses that run between Nongpoh and Dawki, but they are less frequent and take longer to reach.

Expenses

The cost of traveling from Nongpoh to Dawki will vary depending on the mode of transport you choose. If you hire a taxi, the cost will be around INR 2,000-3,000. If you drive your own car, the cost will be around INR 1,000-1,500. The cost of bus travel is around INR 200-300.

Best time to go

The best time to visit Dawki is during the winter months (October to March). During this time, the weather is pleasant and the roads are less crowded.

What to Eat

There are many great places to eat in Nongpoh and Dawki. Some of the most popular dishes include:

  • Jadoh
  • Putharo
  • Dohkhlieh
  • Tungrymbai
  • Momos

Where to Go

There are many things to see and do in Nongpoh and Dawki. Some of the most popular attractions include:

  • The Umiam Lake
  • The Elephant Falls
  • The Mawsynram Caves
  • The Dawki River
  • The Umngot River

FAQ

Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about traveling from Nongpoh to Dawki:

  1. What is the best way to reach Dawki from Nongpoh?
  2. The best way to reach Dawki from Nongpoh is by car. You can either hire a taxi or drive your own car.

  3. How much does it cost to travel from Nongpoh to Dawki?
  4. The cost of traveling from Nongpoh to Dawki will vary depending on the mode of transport you choose. If you hire a taxi, the cost will be around INR 2,000-3,000. If you drive your own car, the cost will be around INR 1,000-1,500. The cost of bus travel is around INR 200-300.

  5. What is the best time to visit Dawki?
  6. The best time to visit Dawki is during the winter months (October to March). During this time, the weather is pleasant and the roads are less crowded.

  7. What are some of the things to see and do in Dawki?
  8. There are many things to see and do in Dawki. Some of the most popular attractions include the Umiam Lake, the Elephant Falls, the Mawsynram Caves, the Dawki River, and the Umngot River.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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