Magical Meghalaya,"The abode of clouds"

 

Magical Meghalaya, "The abode of clouds"

Meghalaya is one of the most visited places in India.

Meghalaya, the abode of clouds, is one of the most beautiful states in North-East India which offers a variety of sights, activities, foods festivals and so many waterfalls to travellers. Cherrapunji is a well-known place in this state it receives one of the maximum rainfall in the world, Meghalaya will mesmerise you with its hills, valleys, lakes, caves waterfalls when combined with the beautiful clouds which give it a very beautiful look.

Guwahati Is the Gateway to North-East India.

Shilong the Capital City of Meghalayais 100 kms away from Guwahati.  Shared taxis are available from Guwahati Airport to Shilong. While moving to Shilong by raod you will see the Umium Lake which comes just before 15 kilometres from Shilong.

Shilong is the most urbanised area you will see in the entire state. Shillong has a lot of leftover British colonial influence that is evident of the plentiful British architecture. Owing to the magnificent lakes all around the town, and the hills surrounding it,

Shillong has often been called the Scotland of the Eastern part of India. Cherrapunji is famous for its rainfall, and it is called the wettest place on Earth before the title was taken over by Mawsynram, which is less than 100 kilometres away from Cherrapunji. The Living Double-decker Root Bridge is a well-known attraction in Cherrapunji, where trekking and hiking activities are offered to travellers.

Places to visit

Shilong toShorais 55 kilometres away. It is also known as Cherrapunji there are so many waterfalls to see. Wahkaba Falls, Dainthlen falls, Sawdong Falls, Nohkalika falls, Seven Sisters Falls, Kynrem Falls, Rainbow Waterfalls.

Masmai Caves and Double Decker Root Bridges are famous attractions and very beautiful places.

Shilong to Dawki is 85 km here Umngot River is the most beautiful and famous place to be visited. This river’s water is crystal clear and the best time to visit this place is December to February.

Tura. Tura is also one of the most visited places in this state. Here you will find so many waterfalls like Pelga falls, RongmeramFalls, Hoolock Gibbon Rescue Centre, Daribokgreetc. In Garo Hills, you will find Songsareh community people. They don’t keep watches or clocks in their homes they fix the time by looking at the sky.

Garo Hills is the unexplored region of Meghalaya.

Meghalaya’sMawlynnong is the cleanest village in Asia. Don’t forget to visit the village while visiting Meghalaya. Lying on the border separating India from Bangladesh, Mawlynnong is an amazingly clean village in Meghalaya. There are three main regions in Meghalaya, Garo Hills, Khasi Hills, and Jaintia Hills.

Top 10 places to visit in Meghalaya

Shilong viewpoint, Double Decker Root Bridge, Umngot River, LaitlumCanyans, Wards Lake Shilong, Mawphlong Scared forest, Umiam Lake, Kangsuri Falls, Noh Kalika Falls, There are so many hidden waterfalls in Meghalaya.

To reach the double-decker root bridge you have to trek the track starts from Tyrna village this is the most challenging trek. You have to go to 3500 steps down to another village. There are so many small villages on the way to the double-decker bridge. You will find so many local shops for breakfast and other products.

Meghalaya where every street corner has a bamboo dustbin to ensure nature-friendly disposal of trash. The focal point of attraction of this village is the Sky Watch, which is a bamboo structure that offers sweeping views of the Bangladeshi plains from the top. Meghalaya has a history of rich craftsmanship, and wood-carving and artistic weaving are famous crafts here, especially in the Jaintia and Khasidistricts.

Meghalaya is one of the safest places in India. Women are empowered in Meghalaya, both culturally as they have a major stake in family affairs as well as the economy.

 This translates to Meghalaya a state where even solo the female traveller will feel safe. The police force is helpful towards the visitors in general.

The best time to visit Meghalaya

• March to June: March and April see the advent of summers but the weather is still quite pleasant. ...

• June to September: Monsoon months see average to heavy rainfalls in Shillong. ...

• October to February: October is when the rainfall stops and the weather begins to cool down.

Famous in Meghalaya 

Meghalaya is also the home to a large variety of fruits, vegetables, spices, and medicinal plants. Meghalaya is also famous for its large variety of orchids — nearly 325 of them. Of these, the largest variety is found in the Mawsmai, Mawmluh and Sohrarim forests in the Khasi hills.

famous food of Meghalaya

 

The staple food of the people is rice with spicy meat and fish preparations. They rear goats, pigs, fowl, ducks and cows and relish their meat. The popular dishes of Khasis and Jaintia are Jadoh, Ki Kpu, Tung-rymbai, and pickled bamboo shoots; bamboo shoots are also a favourite dish of the Garos. Apart from them, you will find so many other varieties of food available there.

Shillong a hill station in Megahalaya.

 

Shillong is a hill station in the northeastern part of India and the capital of Meghalaya, which means "The Abode of Clouds". It is the headquarters of the East Khasi Hills district. Shillong is the 330th most populous city in India with a population of 143,229 according to the 2011 census.

Cherrapunji is worth visiting in Meghalaya.

 

Cherrapunji is the  Wettest Place On Earth: Cherrapunji is Breathtakingly Beautiful. Receiving the highest rainfall during the year, Cherrapunji happens to be not only the second wettest place in India but also on the planet also. For lovers of monsoon and chai, every day in this town looks very beautiful.

The Culture of Meghalaya.

 The people of Meghalaya are known to be hospitable, cheerful and friendly. Traditionally, the Khasis believe that their religion is God-given and is based on the belief of one supreme God, the creator. A Khasi is a deeply religious person, who has an intense love of life.

Meghalaya, one of the 7 sister states of North-East India, with its pristine beauty, perpetual clouds, mists, huge waterfalls, limestone caves, lush green and dense forests, amazing living roots bridges make Meghalaya a unique state it will make you fall in love with it.

 The main tribes of Meghalaya.

 

Meghalaya is divided into autonomous councils in the names of the three major matrilineal communities — Garo, Khasi and Jaintia. The minority tribes include the Hajong, Koch, Rabha, Boro and Mann.

The best way to travel in Meghalaya is to have your own vehicle or the trip organized by any travel agency or you can take a private taxi from tour operators.

There are so many hidden and unexplored places in Meghalaya some of them are mentioned below you can explore these places also.

Jowai

 In Jowaiyou will see Trushi falls to race here you have to come down almost 500 steps to reach the waterfall. This place is amazing and beautiful. From here you can go toKrangSuri Falls.

The valley views are amazing while moving to Krangsuri falls. I will recommend stopping somewhere on the way to the falls to enjoy the valley view, after krangsuri falls you can go to Lalong park to enjoy the sunset, the valley views from this area are epic and totally untouched.

 Kongthong the whistling village.
People of this village whistles to call each other they had developed this whistling language for communication with each other. A beautiful place to enjoy some days stay over here. If you want to enjoy spending some time alone and wants to enjoy a quality time with nature. This place will be a good choice to stay.

 Mawryungkang.

After whistling village, you can go to a unique and most challenging area of Meghalaya. This trek is also known as the most scariesttreck in Meghalaya. 

Mawphanlur the paradise in Meghalaya.

A place where you can enjoy the beautiful valley views. And can spend a good time also.

Nongkhnum is the longest river island of Meghalaya.

Also here are some breathtaking waterfalls you will see. The water flow of the falls in the monsoon season is massive.

Mawlyngbna hidden holes of Meghalaya.

Here you can enjoy adventriousactivites, waterfalls, caves, valley views and split rock.

In short, Meghalaya is the most beautiful and amazing with so many waterfalls valleys and abundant places to explore.