9 Most Beautiful Meghalaya Tourist Places You Shouldn’t Miss

OT Staff

Cherrapunji

Known for once being the wettest place on Earth, Cherrapunji is famous for its living root bridges, natural wonders formed by guiding the roots of rubber trees.

A beautiful waterfall in Cherrapunji | Shutterstock

Shillong

From Ward’s Lake and Shillong Peak to the bustling Police Bazaar, the capital city of Meghalaya charms visitors with its colonial architecture, and scenic beauty.

A beauitful house in the hills of Shillong | Shutterstock

Mawlynnong

Acknowledged as the “Cleanest Village in Asia,” Mawlynnong is a shining example of community-driven eco-tourism.

Mawlynnong, Asia's cleanest village | Shutterstock

Dawki

The town of Dawki, located on the India-Bangladesh border, is famous for the Umngot River, known for its glass-like clarity.

Dawki is a famous tourist attraction near Shillong | Dizital Boost/Pexels

Mawsynram

Officially the wettest place on Earth, Mawsynram is a haven for monsoon lovers.

Mawsynram is called the wettest place on Earth. | Shutterstock

Laitlum Canyons

Located near Shillong, this lesser-known gem is perfect for sunrise or sunset views and those seeking solitude in nature.

At Laitlum Canyons | xhobdo/instagram

Nongriat

As a remote village accessible via a trek from Tyrna, Nongriat is home to the famous Double Decker Living Root Bridge, natural pools, and raw, untouched nature.

The morning sun at double decker living root bridges of Nongriat in Meghalaya | Shutterstock

Jowai

Situated in the Jaintia Hills, Jowai has Thadlaskein Lake, sacred Nartiang Monoliths and Krang Suri Falls, known for its turquoise waters.

Jowai | Arindam Das/Wikimedia Commons

Shnongpdeng

Shnongpdeng Just beyond Dawki, Shnongpdeng is an adventure hotspot with kayaking, cliff-jumping, snorkelling, and zip-lining available over the clear Umngot River.

A view of Shnongpdeng | india.diaries/instagram

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