About Lukha River and Bridge
Lukha River and Bridge is a natural attraction located at Sonapur in East Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya. The river is known for its clear turquoise-blue water during the winter months and flows through a scenic valley surrounded by forested hills. The bridge spanning the river on National Highway 6 is a key viewpoint for visitors to observe the river. The site is noted for photography, sightseeing and its distinctive seasonal colour change.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a wide river valley with clear blue-green water visible in the winter season, viewed from the road bridge and riverbanks at Sonapur. The setting includes forested hills, rocky banks and the highway bridge that serves as the main viewpoint. Visitors can walk along accessible bank areas, take photographs of the river, observe the water colour and surrounding landscape, and stop briefly while travelling on the Shillong-Silchar highway.
Key highlights
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Distinctive turquoise-blue clear water during November to April
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Scenic viewpoint from the Lukha Bridge on National Highway 6
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River valley surrounded by forested hills of East Jaintia Hills
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Photography and sightseeing stop between Jowai and Silchar
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Seasonal change in water appearance between winter and monsoon
Route
| By air | Nearest airports are Shillong Airport (Umroi) and Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, Guwahati, followed by road journey to Sonapur. |
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| By train | Nearest major railheads are Guwahati Railway Station and Badarpur Railway Station, from where road transport is required to Sonapur. |
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