KHASI
HILLS
The central district of Meghalaya,
and is the most beautiful of all the hills, with both vibes
of bustling township and the calm and peaceful valley with
unspoiled beauty. The nature has confiscated a lot of blessings
to this place, which is evident in the natural treasures scattered
in all round the hill.
Shillong the headquarter
of the central district of Meghalaya is also the capital of
Meghalaya. This beautiful hill station which is situated at
an altitude of 1496m is called the “Scotland of East”
for its undiluted beauty which is quit similar to Scottish
Highland considered as one of the most charming places of
the entire North East is the meeting point of traditional
culture and cosmopolitan style. One can visit the Shillong
peak, Ward's Lake, Botanical Garden, Lady Hydari Park, Elephant
Falls, Spread Eagle Falls and a old 18 hole Golf Course.
Around
Shillong
Umaim (Barapani),
a lake resort on Guwahati-Shillong highway, is a good picnic
spot. The artificial lake is an angler's delight.
Cherrapunjee (Sohra)
was one of the soggy place and famous for Nohsngithiang falls
is situated at an altitude of 1300m. The place has many limestone
caves, and some natural stone formations. The orange honey
of the place is equally famous.
Mawsynram
is famous for being the wettest place of the world. The giant
stalagmite formed Shivalinga; locally called “Mawjymbuin”
is a natural delight.
Ranikor,
is a small tribal village 140km from Shillong is an angler’s
delight. The place is famous for its Golden Masheer.
Nartiang,
famous for the monolith garden erected by the villagers. The
tallest of the monoliths is about 27ft. is said to be the
walking stick of U’Mar Phalyangki, the giant of Jaintia
legend. This place was the summer resort of the Jaintia Rajas.
Human sacrifice was a part of religious life until 1732 AD.
Bara Bazar,
is the oldest and the biggest Bazar or market of Shillong.
JAINTIA
HILLS
Situated in the eastern side
of Meghalaya, Jaintia Hills forms eastern district of the
state. The home of Jaintia tribes is a picturesque hill. This
hill district was created soon after the state was given statehood
under Indian Union.
JOWAI
Jowai the headquarter of
Jaintia Hills is situated at an altitude of 1380m along Shillong-Silchar
highway, at a picturesque setting circled by the majestic
Myntdu river.
Thadlaskein Lake,
a legendary lake on Shillong-Jowai highway, situated amidst
grassy meadows, rice terraces, moods of oak and the meandering
Myntdu River, is a good picnic spot.
Nartiang,
the place situated at a distance of 65km from Shillong, is
the site of clusters of Giant Monoliths. The tallest of which
is 8m high, 2m wide and 18inches thick. The monoliths are
collective considered as the tallest in the world.
Syndai is
a village, located in Jowai-Dawki Road, dotted with several
caves and caverns. Till date eleven of the existing caves
have been discovered. In the early days these caves were used
as hide-outs by Jaintia Kings during war times.
GARO
HILLS
Forming the western part
of Meghalaya, the Garo Hills are paradise for naturalists.
The Arabella and Tura range passing through the Garo Hills
forms, Balpakram valley. The place offers a panoramic view
of the sweeping curves of Bhramhaputra and the low lying plains.
The sunset from Tura peak the highest point of the place at
about 1400m is a wonderful experience.
Tura , situated
at a picturesque setting with hills in the backdrop of low
lying plains and river Bhramhaputra making a sweeping curve
on its way to Bangladesh. It was previously known as 'Dura',
the part name of goddess Durama lmbama. It is the headquarter
of West Garo Hills.
Around
Tura
Nokrek Bio-Sphere
Reserve, this is the first bio-sphere reserve of
North Eastern region and situated at a distance of 2Km from
Tura.
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