One of the most beautiful gifts of nature is the rain, on which more than half of the people of the country depend for their many needs. And even if it is not there, water is life. You will also be surprised to know that there are many places in India where it rains the most. Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, West Bengal, Odisha, Uttarakhand, Kerala, and Karnataka are known to have the highest rainfall in India. Heavy rains disturb the life of the people living there, but it looks like a green paradise.
Mawsynram
Located amidst the Khasi Hills in Meghalaya in North East India, Mawsynram is known as the wettest place in India and the world. It is situated on top of a hill in the middle of the valley. The rainfall recorded here is 11,872 mm. India receives maximum rainfall during monsoons.
Cherrapunji
Cherrapunji is also situated on the slopes of the Khasi Hills and is very close to Mawsynram. Due to its proximity to this place, Cherrapunji also receives high rainfall. It is situated in the hills at the confluence of two valleys. Cherrapunji received 11,619 mm of rain, which is very high.
Agumbe
Agumbe is a small town in Shimoga district in the state of Karnataka. It receives an average rainfall of 7,691 mm. And one of the most beautiful places in the Western Ghats of India.
Mahabaleshwar
Mahabaleshwar in Maharashtra is known for heavy rainfall throughout the year. The rainfall level recorded here is 5,618 mm. It is also close to the Western Ghats and receives light rainfall throughout the year.
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