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Some of the best tourist attractions in Meghalaya include:
Shillong – the capital city with Ward’s Lake, Shillong Peak, and Police Bazaar.
Cherrapunji (Sohra) – famous for Nohkalikai Falls, Mawsmai Caves, and living root bridges.
Mawlynnong – awarded as Asia’s cleanest village.
Dawki – known for boating on the transparent Umngot River.
Mawsynram – the wettest place on Earth.
Jowai & Tura – for exploring culture and unexplored landscapes.
Meghalaya is an adventure lover’s paradise. Popular activities include:
Trekking – Double Decker Root Bridge trek, David Scott trail, and Mawphlang Sacred Grove.
Boating & Kayaking – on the Umngot River in Dawki.
Caving – explore Mawsmai, Arwah, and Siju caves.
Camping & Hiking – in Cherrapunji and Mawlyngbna.
Rock climbing & Rappelling – around Shillong and Sohra.
These activities allow travelers to experience Meghalaya’s wild beauty up close.
Meghalaya’s cuisine is flavorful and rooted in tribal traditions. Must-try dishes include:
Jadoh – rice cooked with meat and spices.
Dohneiiong – pork curry with sesame seeds.
Tungrymbai – fermented soybean chutney.
Nakham Bitchi – a spicy fish soup.
Pukhlein – sweet rice flour bread.
For drinks, locals enjoy Kyat, a rice beer. Food in Meghalaya is usually non-vegetarian, but vegetarian options are available in Shillong and tourist areas.
Meghalaya is culturally rich, with festivals reflecting its tribal traditions. Major ones include:
Shad Suk Mynsiem (Khasi Festival) – celebrates fertility, harvest, and thanksgiving.
Wangala Festival (Garo Tribe) – also known as the Hundred Drums Festival, dedicated to the Sun God.
Behdienkhlam (Jaintia Tribe) – celebrated with dance, rituals, and colorful structures.
These festivals are vibrant, filled with dance, music, and rituals, offering travelers a chance to experience the true spirit of Meghalaya.