Meghalaya

Steamy jungles and spellbinding cliffs, rushing rivers, unique cultures, delicious cuisines, windswept highlands, and lush, verdant valleys – Meghalaya welcomes you with a breathtaking array of sights and experience. Located in North-east India, Meghalaya, also known as the Abode of Clouds, falls in one of the richest biodiversity areas in the world. The famed monsoons, the rich traditional festivals, and the dramatic terrain are just some of the many things this state is famous for. Whether you are looking for an adventure to give you an adrenaline high or a tranquil spot to recharge yourself, Meghalaya has plenty to offer.

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Shillong

Shillong - A landscape of rolling green and pristine mountains come together to bring to life the city of Shillong, the capital of Meghalaya. It is situated in the East Khasi Hills district and is known for its picturesque beauty, pleasant climate, and rich cultural heritage. It is located at an altitude of approximately 1,496 meters (4,908 feet) above sea level, which contributes to its cool and moderate climate throughout the year. The weather in Shillong is characterized by mild summers, chilly winters, and heavy rainfall during the monsoon season, making it a popular destination for tourists seeking respite from the sweltering heat of the plains.

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Other places of attraction

Wards Lake | Lady Hydra Park | Golf Course | Cathedral Church | Police Bazaar | Bara Bazaar | Shillong Peak | Laitlum Grand Canyon

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Cherrapunjee (Sohra)

Cherrapunji, also known as Sohra, is a popular tourist destination located in the state of Meghalaya in northeastern India. Cherrapunjee town is located in the Khasi Hills of the Meghalaya district. It is situated 1430 meters above sea level. Cherrapunjee, a subdivision town in the East Khasi Hill District. The British mispronounced the word Sohra as Cherra and the Bengali word Punjee, meaning a cluster, got added to the name later. In 2007, the state government, at the request of the locals, removed the name Cherrapunjee and reinstated the original name of Sohra.

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Other places of attraction

Mawkdok Dympep Valley | Wei sawdong Falls | Seven Sister Waterfalls | Nohkalikai Waterfalls | Mawsmai Cave | Arwah Cave | Eco park

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Jowai

Jowai is a small town and the district headquarter of the West Jaintia hill district of Meghalaya. Jowai town is a cultural and commercial pivot of this region and its history goes back to the times when the Pnar kings were the dominant force in the region. It has a monument dedicated to the most famous Jaintia freedom fighter – Kiang Nong Bah. The Jowai Presbyterian Church was built in the nineteenth century and is the main architectural highlight of this town.

Mawlynnong & Dawki

Mawlynnong is a tourist destination 90 km from Shillong along the India-Bangladesh border. It's a small village in the Khasi Hill district. Mawlynnong, located at an altitude of 475 meters, is also known as the ‘cleanest village.

Dawki is a picturesque small town of Meghalaya, situated in north-eastern India. Dawki is located in the west Jaintia Hill district. The place is also referred to often as – Duki, Dauki, and Dawki. It is not only a tourist destination but also a border between India and Bangladesh. The border crossing point is known as Tamabila and is about 2 km from Dawki.

Major Attractions

Single Living Root Bridge | Shnongphdeng | Balancing Rock

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Major Attractions

Nongkhnum Island | Tura | Wari Chora

... and many more

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