Images of the Umngot River, one of the cleanest rivers in the world, leave netizens amazed.
An image of the Umngot River, also known as the Dawki River, has taken social media by storm. Why is that? The viral photo of the Umngot River in Meghalaya showcases a breathtaking scene of a boat gliding over crystal-clear water, allowing clear visibility of the pebbles beneath.
The water is so clear that the riverbed is visible.
The river acts like a mirror, reflecting the riverbed that seems to float in the sky. At a glance, it appears as if the boat is “flying in mid-air.” The water is transparent, clearly revealing the pebbles beneath the green moss-covered bottom.
The representative from the Jal Shakti Ministry (in charge of water resources) of India stated: “Umngot, one of the cleanest rivers in the world. The Umngot River, located 100 km from Shillong, belongs to the state of Meghalaya. The water is crystal clear and very clean. I wish all our rivers were as clean as this.”
The Umngot River is situated in Dawki, a small town in the West Jaintia Hills district of Meghalaya. It lies between India and Bangladesh and serves as a trade hub between the two countries. The Umngot River flows into Bangladesh, acting as a natural boundary between the Jaintia and Khasi hills.
The Umngot River lies between India and Bangladesh.
The border town of Dawki and its neighboring areas in Meghalaya are famous for various attractions, allowing visitors to experience both countries simultaneously, such as the Burhill Waterfall and the Shnongpdeng camping area…
Among these, the most prominent attraction remains the magnificent Umngot River, which draws thousands of tourists each year to experience a unique boating challenge unlike any other in the world.
It is said that the river is the main reason most tourists visit Dawki, as the water is so clear that the riverbed can be seen, especially during the winter months.
The Umngot River has become a hotspot for travel bloggers and vloggers over the years. A boat can accommodate up to five people for a trip lasting about an hour. Tourists can also stop at a small island for photos or even dive into the water for a swim.
