Meghalaya is a breathtaking North-eastern
state that offers a bunch of captivating attraction sites, food, activities and
festivals to the sightseers. Out of many, the main tourist attraction sites are
Cherrapunji and Shillong. Meghalaya is a gem in the North-eastern part of
India, totally unique. The place is known for its simple yet so exuberant and
welcoming natives.
The capital of Meghalaya is Shillong, and
it's the most urbanized region you will find in this state. With its dazzling
lakes all over the town, and the slopes encompassing it, Shillong is happily
referred to as the ‘Scotland of the East’. Shillong has a lot of British
colonial influence and its British architectural buildings are evident.
And did you
know? The
cleanest village in Asia is located in Meghalaya in a place called Mawlynnong.
Situated on a spectacular location in between the borders of India and
Bangladesh, this village is absolutely clean. Bamboo dustbins are placed in
every corner of the street to ensure eco-friendly trash disposal. Do check our
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To make your
vacation stress-free, we have jotted down the best destinations to visit and
explore in Meghalaya.
Shillong,
‘Scotland of the East’
Famously known as the ‘Scotland of the East’,
Shillong is quite possibly the most visited tourist place in Meghalaya. On the
agenda of every traveler who visits the northeast. Completely undisturbed from
the bustling city life, it has forested slopes, charming environment,
picturesque landscape which draws in many vacationers from around the world.
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Some of the famous tourist spots in Shillong
include:
- Don Bosco Centre for Indigenous Cultures
- Laitlum Canyons
- Umiam Lake
- Ward’s Lake
- Air Force Museum
- All Saints Church
- Cathedral Catholic Church
- Butterfly Museum
- David Scott Trail
- India Orchidarium and Botanical Garden
- Spread Eagle Falls
- Shillong Peak
- Elephant falls
- Krem Liat Prah
Cherrapunji,
the region with the highest rainfall
Cherrapunji in Meghalaya also referred to as
Sohra or Churra was previously known as the wettest place on earth. Situated
around 50 km from Shillong, this sub-divisional town is popular for its rich
verdure and exciting attractions. It is known for its double-decker living root
bridge. In spite of the fact that Mawsynram is currently the wettest place on
earth, Cherrapunji holds the record for the highest rainfall.
Aside from the popular living root bridge,
other thrilling spots include the Mawsmai Caves, Krem Phyllut and Asia's
cleanest town Mawylyngnong is another renowned place of interest here. Visitors
can live and encounter the food and local culture of the village. Truly a
mesmerizing, Meghalaya Tour!
Here’s a checklist of the best scenic places
to visit in Cherrapunji that adorn the area.
- Nohkalikai Falls
- Double Decker Living Root Bridge
- Eco Park
- Ka Khoh Ramhah
- Thangkharang Park
- Nokrek National Park
- Nohsngithiang Falls
- Mawsmai Cave
- Mawlynnong Village
- Mawlynnong Waterfalls
Tura, the
administrative headquarters of the West Garo Hills
Situated in the western Meghalaya, Tura is
the administrative headquarters of the West Garo Hills district. Tura is known
for its eco-traveler center point of the state. It’s distance is about 311 km
away from Shillong and 219 km away from Guwahati in Assam. Meghalaya packages will let you enjoy the glory of nature!
Unlike Shillong, which is becoming
exceptionally multicultural, Tura has its own local Garo roots. Tura and
different areas of the locale brag of rich undisturbed biodiversity and
stunning attractions such as waterfalls, caves and creeks. The main languages
spoken here are Garo and English.
Balpakram
National Park, the 'land of perpetual winds'
The word Balpakram implies the 'land of perpetual
winds', and the national park is honored with breathtaking hills and scenic
beauty.
Balpakram National Park is situated in the
southern Garo Hills in Meghalaya, around 167 km from Tura. It lies at an
altitude of above 3,000 feet. The Park is a renowned national park which is
notable for its perfect lush green thick forest. A Meghalaya Trip will surely awe-inspire you!
Mawsynram,
the wettest place on earth
Famous as the wettest place on the planet,
the interesting village of Mawsynram is only at a distance of 61 km south of
Shillong. A nature’s delight and the perfect weekend trip, Mawsynram beats
Cherrapunjee as the wettest place on earth by a slight margin.
Dawki, the
land with crystal clear river water
Dawki is a small city situated on the border of
India and Bangladesh. A blooming trade center between the two countries.
What makes Dawki a vacationer magnet is the
Umngot River, which is famous for its crystal clear water. And when we mean
crystal clear water, it means you can see the shadow of your boat into the foot
of the river drifting with your boat.
Another exhilarating spot is the Dawki
Bridge, a suspension bridge over the river. Experience the wonder of Meghalaya
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Garo hills,
densely populated forest & rare fauna
The Garo hills are a part of the Patkai hills
and extend till the Indo-Myanmar border. It gets its name from the Garo tribe
inhabiting the area. The Garo Hills spread over 8000 sq meters of the region.
The hills are home to the densely populated forest and rare birds and animal
species.
The Garo hills are divided into 5 districts:
the North Garo Hills, West Garo Hills, the East Garo Hills, South Garo Hills,
and the South-West Garo Hills. Customized Meghalaya Tour package just for you!
Jaintia Hills,
formerly famous as Jaintia Kingdom
Earlier known as the Jaintia Kingdom, the
Jaintia Hills is a place that is known for lofty hills filled with rich
vegetation and minerals. It is also a part of the Patkai hill that stretches
out across the Indo-Myanmar borders.
Although a small hill district when compared
with the Khasi and Garo Hills, the Jaintia Hills actually flabbergasts voyagers
with its immaculate lakes and rich vegetation. An exciting Meghalaya holiday package is waiting for you!
Jowai is the administrative headquarters of
the Jaintia Hills and has two districts: the East Jaintia Hills and West
Jaintia Hills. It is the only developed town in this region.
Best time to
visit Meghalaya
With its impassioned stunning landscape and
heaviest rainfall, Meghalaya state has stowed a conspicuous spot among the
places of interest of India. Meghalaya has a favorable climate all year round
and can be visited in any one of the seasons.
- Summer (April-June)
- Monsoon (July-September)
- Autumn (October-November)
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How to reach
Meghalaya?
The only airport in Meghalaya is Shillong
Airport. The airport is connected to main airports of India and welcomes flight
on a daily basis.
Meghalaya is only 85 km away from Guwahati,
so you take a bus, taxi, or cab to reach there. The route between Meghalaya and
Guwahati is known for offering picturesque vistas.
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The best
food to try out in Meghalaya
Pumaloi, bamboo shoots, jadoh, dohkhlieh,
nakham bitchi, and momos are the popular food items to try out in Meghalaya.
Also, don’t forget to try out rice with spicy meat and fish dishes.
Why consider
holidaying in Meghalaya?
Meghalaya is the right tourist spot for
people who love the hills, lush green forests and solitude. In case you are
searching for some tranquility among the wet mountains, holidaying in Meghalaya
will surely not baffle you. A Meghalaya
trip will surely make you happy!
Is it safe
to visit Meghalaya during COVID times?
It is safe to travel to Meghalaya, but it is
your responsibility to get fully vaccinated (complete 2 doses), follow all the
mandatory COVID guidelines mentioned by the government such as wearing masks at
all the public places, maintaining social distancing, washing or sanitizing
hands after entry & exit, etc.
Do carry a Negative RT-PCR Test report and
follow the COVID protocols at all times.
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