Tourist places in Meghalaya

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Known For : Umiam Lake Elephant Falls Shillong Peak

Nestled amidst the pine-clad hills, Shillong, the capital of Meghalaya, unfolds like a picturesque canvas at an elevation of 1496 meters. Revered as the 'Scotland of the East,' the city offers a delightful blend of captivating landscapes, pleasant weather, and rich traditions. Shillong derives its n...

Best Time: Throughout the year

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Located in : Cherrapunji

Hidden deep in the lush, green forests of the wettest place in India: Cherrapunjee, Meghalaya; one can find the magnificent Jingkieng Nongriat Double Decker Living Root Bridge; more commonly known as the Umshiang Double Decker Living Root Bridge or simply just the Double Decker Root Bridge.  Th...

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Known For : Mawlyngbna Mawjymbuin Cave Nohalikalai Falls

Mawsynram, situated in the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, holds the distinction of being the wettest place on Earth. With its breathtaking landscapes and record-breaking rainfall, Mawsynram offers a unique destination for adventurous travelers.  Located approximately 65 kilometers from...

Best Time: June - August; November - February

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Known For : Double Decker Living Root Bridge Nohkalikai Waterfalls Mawsmai Cave

Nestled amidst the misty hills of Meghalaya, Cherrapunji was once renowned as the wettest place on Earth. Located approximately 50 kilometers from Shillong, this sub-divisional town boasts a rich tapestry of flora and natural wonders. Although Mawsynram now holds the title of the wettest place, Cher...

Best Time: October to February

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Krang Suri Waterfall, nestled amidst the mountains of Meghalaya, is renowned for its breathtaking beauty and tranquil ambiance. Situated near Jowai, this natural wonder captivates visitors with its crystal-clear turquoise waters cascading down rugged cliffs, framed by lush greenery. The journey to t...

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Dawki is a border town with a river running straight through its identity: a single-span suspension bridge arcs over the Umngot here on its way into Bangladesh, and the Dawki-Tamabil crossing keeps a steady trade moving between the two countries. For most travellers, though, Dawki is a doorway rathe...

Best Time: October - April

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Located in : Shillong

Umiam Lake, a mesmerizing man-made reservoir, is located at a distance of 15 kilometres north of Shillong which is the capital of the north-eastern Indian state of Meghalaya. The lake was formed after a dam was constructed to generate hydroelectric power. The scenic Umiam Lake is encircled by lush g...

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Known For : Tryshi Falls Nartiang Monoliths Krang Suri Falls

Located in the Jaintia Hills district, Jowai located at a distance of 66 Kms from Shillong, is famous for its bucolic setting and breathtaking views with the perfect mix of heritage and culture. Jowai, much like Cherrapunji prides itself in being a destination much loved for a scenic drive...

Best Time: October to Mid May

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Located in : Cherrapunji

The fourth highest waterfalls in the world, Nohkalikai falls plunge some 335 meters from a verdant cliff to the ground giving the portrayal of immense and natural magnificence. The pride of the state of Meghalaya, the falls are one of the most beautiful and grand waterfalls in the country. Tucked in...

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The Umngot River is famous for a simple, almost unbelievable trick of the light: on a calm day, its water is so clear that the wooden boats crossing it seem to float in mid-air, hovering over a pebbled riverbed metres below. Boatmen near the Dawki bridge and further upstream at Shnongpdeng ferry vis...

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Mawjymbuin Cave is situated in Mawjymbuin village in Mawsynram (the wettest place on earth) in Cherrapunji and is a religiously significant site. Made of calcareous sandstones and having numerous stalagmites (formed as a result of calcium carbonate depositions, weathering and dripping of mineral enr...

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Located in : Shillong

Mawlynnong is a small village situated around 90 km from Shillong in the East Khasi Hills, Meghalaya and is also known as God's own Garden. It was declared as the cleanest village in Asia in 2003 by Discovery India which certainly which makes it one of the most popular tourist destinations in the In...

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Owing to its beauty, the British nicknamed it Scotland of the East. Trekking in Meghalaya is the best way to explore the place. Trekking across wonders like Shillong, Mawphlang, Cherrapunjee, among others is a soothing and soulful experience you shouldn't miss. Here's an ultimate guide to treks in M...

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Mawphlang, home to Meghalaya's Sacred Forest, is a beautiful village situated 25 kilometres away from Shillong, the capital city of the north-east Indian state of Meghalaya. The village lies in the district of East Khasi Hills and is famous for its sacred groves. The village is named Mawphlang as it...

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Perched on the East Khasi Hills, Laitlum Canyons is a less explored but one of the most picturesque tourist and trekking destinations in Shillong. The canyons are located about 21 Kms south of Shillong which is about a half-hour drive away. Literally, translating to 'End of hills', this exotic viewi...

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Known For : Simsang River Naka Chikong Domre Falls

Williamnagar, located 244 Kms from Shillong, was formed around the former town of Simsanggre, which is based on the large plains of the Simsang River. A very remote area usually known for its abundance of natural beauty i.e. being flanked by the mountains and having a rich composition of both water ...

Best Time: October to February

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The Garo Hills unfold around the town of Tura in lower, more densely forested terrain than the open plateau grasslands further east. This is Garo tribal country, and each November the Wangala festival, the "100 Drums" harvest celebration, fills Tura with rhythm and colour. Nearby, Nokrek National Pa...

Best Time: September - May

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Mawsmai Nongthymmai Eco Park is Cherrapunji's easy add-on: a maintained forest trail through the region's characteristic subtropical greenery, with a small zip-line and a viewpoint that opens onto the valley below. It's not meant to feel wild or undisturbed, more a pleasant half-hour of forest air a...

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Located in : Cherrapunji

Wei Sawdong is a three-tier waterfall near Cherrapunji, reached by a steep descent of stone steps through forest that opens onto turquoise pools at the base. The colour comes from mineral-rich limestone the water passes through, and the pools are shallow enough for a swim on a clear day. It's a shor...

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Located in : Cherrapunji

Meghalaya is home to some amazing and mysterious cave systems and Mawsmai Cave is by far the most popular of the lot. Located just 6 km away from the heart of Cherrapunjee Mawsmai cave is a breathtaking maze of caves in the East Khasi Hills of Meghalaya. The well lit caves are a view to behold when ...

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Located in : Shillong

Named after an Elephant like stone at its foot, the Elephant Falls are amongst the most popular falls in the North-East, situated next to Shillong. It is a tourists' paradise with three layers of the falls accessible to the layman from different vantage points. The Britishers named this fall so...

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The Mawphlang Sacred Forest, nestled in the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India, is a revered site steeped in history and spirituality. Spread across approximately 78 hectares, this ancient forest is considered one of the most sacred groves in the region, serving as a sanctuary for indigen...

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The Jaintia Hills, centred on the town of Jowai, are home to the Pnar community and one of Meghalaya's most vivid festivals: Behdeinkhlam, held each July to drive away disease and misfortune in a burst of ritual and colour. The district's landscape carries its own history in stone at the Nartiang mo...

Best Time: March - June

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Located approximately 12 kilometers from Cherrapunji in Meghalaya's East Khasi Hills district, Kynrem Falls stands as the pride of Thangkharang Park. As the 7th highest waterfall in Meghalaya, it commands attention with its three-tiered cascades, plummeting from a staggering height of 305 meters. Th...

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Known For : Tura Peak Siju Caves Balpakram National Park

Located in the western part of Meghalaya, as the administrative headquarters of the West Garo Hills district, Tura is an eco-tourist hub of the state. It is located 311 Kms from Shillong and 219 Kms from Guwahati in Assam. As opposed to Shillong, which is growing highly multi-cultural, Tura is relat...

Best Time: Throughout the year

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Located in : Shillong

The Nohsngithiang Falls, located at a distance of about 4km from Cherrapunjee, is one of the tallest waterfalls in India and a major tourist spot in Cherrapunjee. Since it is situated in the Mawsmai village of the East Khasi Hills District of Meghalaya, it is also known as Mawsmai Falls. The Nohsngi...

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At the height of 6449 ft or 1965 m above sea level, Shillong Peak is the highest point of Shillong. It offers a breathtaking panoramic view of the entire city, the Himalayas, its waterfalls as well as of the Bangladesh plains. A telescope is available for tourists to get a bird's eye view. Trekking ...

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Known For : Thrills Fun Park Umiam Lake Lum Nehru Park

Nongpoh, located 60 Kms from Guwahati in Assam and 51 Kms from Shillong is a petite town to be found to the North of the East Khasi Hills. Situated very close to the gorgeous Brahmaputra plains, this location is quite a favourite as a stopover before reaching Shillong from Guwahati.

Best Time: Throughout the year

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Located in : Mawsynram

Located in Mawsynram, Krem Liat Prah, also known as the "Cave of the Stone" in Khasi, stands as one of Meghalaya's most spectacular natural wonders. This expansive limestone cave system, renowned as one of the longest in the Indian subcontinent, offers an awe-inspiring experience for adventurous tra...

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Located in : Tura

Siju Caves cuts through limestone hills in the South Garo Hills and holds one of the longest cave systems in the country, with chambers large enough to house a resident bat colony and passages that river water has carved over centuries. It's a proper caving trip rather than a quick photo stop, best ...

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Located in : Jowai

Nartiang holds the largest collection of monoliths in the Khasi and Jaintia Hills, upright stones some standing over 8 metres tall that once marked the Jaintia kings' summer capital. The site includes the ruined archway of the old Summer Palace, built in red brick, and gives a direct, tangible link ...

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Mawlyngbna is easy to mix up with its more famous near-namesake Mawlynnong, but this small South West Khasi Hills village has its own quieter charms: a living root bridge, smaller and far less visited than the Double Decker at Nongriat, and a stream that steps down through the village in a series of...

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Known For : Baghmara Reserve Forest Siju Caves Siju Bird Sanctuary

Situated 287 kms south of Shillong at the Indo-Bangladesh Border, Baghmara is not only rich in flora and fauna but also boasts many small lakes, rivers and rolling hills. Flanked by the South Garo hills and fed by the Simsang river, this minute town is host to hordes of tourists every year. The Balp...

Best Time: October to January

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Located in : Shillong

Named after David Scott, a British officer, the David Scott Trail is an old and one of the most popular trekking routes in Meghalaya. It is a 16 kilometres long trek that stretches from Mawphlang to Lad Mawphlang, both villages known for their history, culture and folklore. A centerstage of Khasi cu...

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The Khasi Hills form the plateau beneath Shillong, stretching south to Cherrapunji and Mawsynram, two villages that take turns holding the record for the highest average rainfall on Earth. Shillong Peak, the highest point on the plateau at around 1,965 metres, looks out over the capital below. This ...

Best Time: October - April

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Located in : Cherrapunji

The Khasi Monoliths are ancient stone formations scattered across the Jaintia Hills in Meghalaya, India. They serve as memorials for deceased kings, warriors, and elders of the Khasi community, featuring cryptic symbols and weathered surfaces. The largest concentration of these monoliths is found in...

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Located in : Shillong

Located conveniently in the Laban area in Shillong is the popular Lady Hydari Park, named after the first lady of the state and wife of the Governor of Assam, Lady Hydari. The first thing that catches your eye when you set foot in this park is that it is built in the form of a Japanese style garden....

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Located in : Tura

Located in the southern Garo Hills in Meghalaya, about 167 Kms from Tura, Balpakram National Park lies at an elevation of about 3,000 feet above the sea level. The Park is a famous national park which is well known for its pristine beauty. The word Balpakram means the 'land of perpetual winds', and ...

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Located in : Shillong

Hailed as Asia's largest Museum of Indigenous Cultures, the Don Bosco Museum is the house of the beautiful culture and tradition of North East India. It is conveniently located in the Mawlai area, near the Police Bazaar. With its seven storeys, it rises into the skyline of Shillong and flaunts 16 la...

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Located in : Shillong

Some 78 km away from Shillong, a unique giant rock made out of red granite, Kyllang Rock is a giant dome placed in the West Khasi Hills of Meghalaya. The Rock which is 5400 ft above sea level and has a width of around 1000 ft is a mammoth block of granite which is part of the Khasi folklore and seem...

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Located in : Cherrapunji

Located amidst the rugged terrain of Sohra, Dainthlen Waterfall stands as a majestic testament to nature's raw power, carving its path through hard rocks and high plateaus before descending into the lush forests below. This awe-inspiring cascade holds profound cultural significance for the Khasi tri...

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Located in : Cherrapunji

Wah Kaba Falls, nestled near Cherrapunji in Meghalaya, Northeastern India, is a spectacular waterfall renowned for its dramatic descent from a towering rockface. Plummeting approximately 170–190 meters into a picturesque gorge, the falls offer a breathtaking sight for visitors. According to local le...