MEGHALAYA
'Half Way To Heaven'
Meghalaya is one of the most visited destination of north east, because of the diversity of natural aesthetic bounty here. It is considered the hotspot of all things cultural and natural existing in sheer harmony with the constructive human efforts. To date, it remains one of those rare locations that can be visited all year round and still over compensate every travellers thirst for a fulfilling retreat. Here presented, are 12 places to visit in Meghalaya that will leave you visually astounded, and mentally relaxed.
Top 12 Places to Visit
Mawlynnong Village
The Mawlynnong Village in Meghalaya has been consecutively voted as Asia’s cleanest village and is one of places the to visit in Meghalaya. It is hard to spot even a single piece of straw or dusty roads here.
Laitlum Canyon
If you are a true trekker, then the Laitlum Canyon should make it to your bucket list of trekking expeditions in the north east. The terrain is a bit difficult to maneuver but with the right tools and a firm grasp of the local guidelines, it is a trek worth taking.
Living Root Bridge
The Double Decker Living Root Bridge, in the heart of the rainiest place in India, Cherapunjee, Meghalaya is known worldwide as one of the most unique naturally formed structures, that stands strongly since its inception and is frequented by travelers from around the world.
Balpakram
The Balpakram National Park in Tura, Meghalaya is among the several places to visit in Meghalaya for all levels of nature enthusiasts. The Park has more than just flora and fauna to offer.
Don Bosco Centre
The DBCIC in Meghalaya is the one place you shouldn’t miss for the world. The Museum, although privately run, is in an excellent condition and proves to be a comprehensive source on the history and life in the north east.
Umiam Lake
If you plan to visit Umiam Lake in the winter time, from October to February, you’ll be dumbfounded by its beauty. If you plan to visit it in the summer months of May to July, you won’t believe it’s the same lake.
All Saints Church
A magnificent setting of poinsettias dot the entrance of the church when in season and the sheer stretch of land in the premises is worth a walk or two in the evening.
Mawsmai Cave
Mawsmai Cave in Meghalaya has a bit of a reputation among travelers. The place is eerily dark and has cramped and narrow paths entwined with each other, and to add some more thrill into the idea of a cave pitch black in broad daylight, there is just one entry and exit point.
Mawthadraishan Peak
If you thought it is impossible to witness four landmarks from one point, you got to take a trip to Mawthadraishan Peak in Meghalaya. The north opens up views to the himalayas, and Bangladesh to the south, while the Khasi hills lie to the east, and the Garo hills on the west.
Elephant Falls
The Elephant Falls are a unique feature of Shillong, since the waterfall itself is made up of three very lucid steps. The first one, hidden among the trees, the second one, tamed and controlled flowing from a certain height, and the third, the fastest and biggest one, culminating into the stream below.
Siju Cave
The Siju Cave located in Meghalaya, since the beginning of twentieth century, remains one of the chief source of observing natural phenomenon among cave researchers.