Meghalaya Tourism
A beautiful state situated in north-eastern India, Meghalaya is most conducive for long holidays. Literally meaning, the ‘abode of clouds’, the enchanting state of Meghalaya presents many hues of nature. Amongst the variety of attractions, the hill station of Shillong has always been a hot favourite for tourists. Besides, over 300 varieties of orchids, two national parks housing some rare species of flora and fauna and the gentle hills interspersed with rich meadows and pine forests, add more to the mystic beauty of the state.
The refreshing mountain air, the whispering pines, the exotic flora and fauna, the caves—all give the tourists a tremendous taste of beauty and serenity. Here’s nature in all its glory. Limpid lakes, expansive rivers, babbling streams breaking into waterfalls, twisting and turning and disappearing into the greenery…….this is Meghalaya.
Take a trip to this magical land coming vacation and discover plethora of natural jewels on your own. On your trip, you will see the unique carnivorous plant - the Pitcher Plant, the blue vanda, lady’s slipper and other rare orchid varieties in the flower gardens of the state. In addition to these, the trek routes of the state will surely amaze you with their challenging paths and spectacular views.
Meghalaya is home to a number of picturesque destinations which offer a number of attractions for tourists. State capital, Shillong is a good tourist base as it is connected by air with Guwahati. In addition to this, Shillong houses several tourist attractions namely – Ward’s Lake, Lady Hyadri Park, Lewduh Market, Shillong Peak, Sohpetbneng Peak, Spreak Eagle Falls, Sweet Falls, Bishop Falls, Beadon Falls, Elephant Falls, Cathedral of Mary Help of Christians, All Saints Church and Butterfly Museum. Recommended tourist circuits for Meghalaya include Kaziranga- Guwahati – Shillong – Cherrapunjee – Shillong, Shillong – Mawphlang- Weilloi – Maysynram – Shillong, Shillong – Smit – Nartiang – Thadlaskein – Jowai – Thlu Umwi – Shillong and Guwahati – Dunai – Bajengdoba – Anoggre – Tura – Barengapara – Baghmara – Siju – Balpakram – Shillong.