About Jakrem Hot Spring
Jakrem Hot Spring is a natural thermal spring located in Jakrem village in West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, about 64 km from Shillong. Known for its sulphur-rich waters believed to have curative properties, the spring emerges at high temperatures and is channelled into bathing enclosures. Surrounded by rolling hills and pine forests, it is a popular day-trip destination combining natural attraction and wellness bathing experience.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a natural hot water spring set amid rolling green hills and pine-covered landscape. The sulphur-rich water emerges at high temperature and is diverted into separate enclosed bathing chambers and open pools for men and women. The site has basic bathing facilities, changing rooms and viewing areas. Visitors can observe the steaming spring source, take a warm bath in the designated pools, and enjoy the quiet rural surroundings and scenic drive from Shillong.
Key highlights
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Natural sulphur-rich hot spring with water temperature around 46-52°C
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Separate bathing enclosures fed by the thermal source
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Scenic location amid hills and pine forests of West Khasi Hills
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Believed curative properties for skin ailments and joint pain
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Popular day-trip destination from Shillong (about 64 km)
History of Jakrem Hot Spring
Traditionally used by local Khasi communities for its warm sulphur waters; later developed with constructed bathing facilities by the state tourism department to promote health tourism
Culture & Context
Locally believed that the sulphur-rich waters have medicinal and curative properties for skin diseases and joint ailments, attracting visitors seeking therapeutic baths
Route
| By air | Nearest airport is Shillong Airport (Umroi) about 80-90 km away; Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, Guwahati (about 150 km) is the major gateway |
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