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Hundred Drums Wangala Festival of the Garos in Tura, Meghalaya

Hundred Drums Wangala Festival of the Garos in Tura, Meghalaya

The Wangala Festival is one of the most colourful festivals in Meghalaya. Also known as the 100 Drums Wangala Festival, this is a harvest festival celebrated by the Garo tribe of the Meghalaya usually during the month of November. The festival is a great affair for...

David Scott Trail – Trekking in Meghalaya

David Scott Trail – Trekking in Meghalaya

If you wanted to do trekking in Meghalaya, then the David Scott Trail is an ideal one. David Scott Trail is a 16 km trail from Mawphlang to Lad Mawphlang in Meghalaya. The trek is an easy one day trek with grandiose views of the rolling mountains, green valleys...

Tura, Garo Hills , Meghalaya

Tura, Garo Hills , Meghalaya

Tura is the headquarter of the West Garo Hills in Meghalaya, the abode of clouds. In today’s fast-paced world of technology, it is quite unlikely that a few places of the globe remain untouched. The Garo Hills of the Meghalaya is one of the few places where life is...

Mawlyngbna, a destination for adventure enthusiast in Meghalaya

Mawlyngbna, a destination for adventure enthusiast in Meghalaya

Mawlyngbna is a hidden gem in the beautiful state of Meghalaya. Located just 25 km from Mawsynram, the place is nearly two hours drive from Shillong. With about a few hundred families, the village is nestled above the plains of Bangladesh. Surrounded by beautiful...

Umden, Meghalaya – an offbeat village destination

Umden, Meghalaya – an offbeat village destination

Umden is a beautiful destination hidden in the lush green landscapes of Meghalaya. With natural beauty in abundance, Umden is also known for its Eri Silk production. Situated in the beautiful Ri Bhoi district of Meghalaya, the village is located in a serene valley...

Nongkhnum Island – largest river island of Meghalaya

Nongkhnum Island – largest river island of Meghalaya

Nongkhnum Island is Meghalaya’s largest river island and the second largest in India after Majuli in Assam. Known for its pristine beauty, Nongkhnum is hidden in the lush green landscapes around 160 km from Shillong. The river island was formed by the bifurcation of...

Kongthong, the whistling village of Meghalaya

Kongthong, the whistling village of Meghalaya

Kongthong in Meghalaya is an utterly interesting place. Tucked away in a remote part of the Khasi hills, the village is called the ‘whistling village’ where tunes are used instead of names. This oral tradition is carried on from generations to generations. Whenever a...

Mawphanlur, an offbeat destination in Meghalaya

Mawphanlur, an offbeat destination in Meghalaya

Meghalaya is a blissful place and all you can find beauty in all the nooks and corners of the state. Mawphanlur is one such place that is tucked away in the West Khasi Hills around 95 km from Shillong. With lush green hillocks all around and quaint ponds, the place is...

Selling dreams at Mawlyngot, Meghalaya

Selling dreams at Mawlyngot, Meghalaya

Mawlyngot, Meghalaya Mawlyngot is the latest addition to the tea tourism sector in Meghalaya. The picturesque village situated in the East Khasi hills is a beautiful destination hidden in the lush green landscapes of Meghalaya. With natural beauty in abundance,...

Shnongpdeng, Meghalaya – Finding serenity at the waters of Umngot

Shnongpdeng, Meghalaya – Finding serenity at the waters of Umngot

Shnongpdeng is like a beautiful paradise. The place is nestled in the Jaintia hills of Meghalaya, very near to Dawki with the Umngot River snaking its way beside it. The place has almost everything for a nature lover as well as the adventure seekers. Blessed with...

Waterfalls not to be missed when you are in Meghalaya

Waterfalls not to be missed when you are in Meghalaya

The abode of clouds – this is what Meghalaya is called. Truly, an exotic place, Meghalaya always sees the hide and seek between the sun and clouds. The mesmerizing valleys and the verdant greenery of the place are pleasing to the eyes and the waterfalls are one of the...

12 Amazing Reasons why you need to visit Shillong

12 Amazing Reasons why you need to visit Shillong

Shillong, the capital city of Meghalaya is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful hill stations in India. Known as the “Scotland of the East”, Shillong is the home to a number of waterfalls, parks, beautiful lakes and rolling hills. Not to mention, the culture and...