State Capital: Shillong
Best Time to Visit: September to April
Climate: Cool summers / Cold winters
Airport(s): nearest airport is located in Guwahati, Assam
The term Meghalaya literally means the 'abode of clouds' and comes from two words 'Megh' -'clouds' and 'alaya' - home.
Set on Khasi, Garo and Jantia Hills, Meghalaya is the jewel of Eastern Himalayas. Hills covered in velvet greens, shimmering mountain lakes, waterfalls and restful retreats make Meghalaya a popular tour retreat.
Home to tribes such as Khasis, Mikhirs, Jaintias and Cacharis, Meghalaya was carved out of Assam and became a separate state in the year 1972.
With a total area of 22,429 square kilometers Meghalaya has several important cities and towns of which Shillong and Cherapunji deserve special mention.
Cherapunji is a magical tour destination that takes your breath away with spectacular vistas such as living root bridges that connect steep hills with a never-ending abyss below.
Shillong the capital city is a storehouse of tourist attractions and Mawsynram records the highest rainfall in the entire world.
Places of Tour Interest
Enjoy Shillong tours and visit beautiful attractions such as the Elephant Falls, Shillong Peak, Ward's Lake, Hydari Park, Nartiang and Sweet Falls.
Enjoy boat cruises on the Umiam Lake or Barapani that lies on the Shillong-Guwahati Road. See Rongrengiri, Siju Caves and Imikhang on tours to Meghalaya with Magical India Tours.
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