Holidays in Meghalaya have evolved as an exquisite retreat for travel aficionados all over the world. The picturesque and panoramic North Eastern ambience, lush green mountains and hilly terrains, exotic wildlife species and mesmerizing lakes have added value in the travel packages to Meghalaya. Over the years, innumerable impressive terms have been used to reveal the natural beauty of Meghalaya. One of the most prominent ones describes Meghalaya as the ‘abode of clouds.’ Cherrapunji, for example, if one of the wettest places on earth and is known for its continuous rainfall. Along with it and quite surprisingly indeed, Meghalaya is also known for its caves, elephants, birds, orchids and butterflies. Few of the essential places to visit in Meghalaya tourism are as follows: Shillong: It is the capital of Meghalaya and also known as the ‘Scotland of the East.’ Its name is derived from the name of a powerful deity called U-Shyllong. Shillong has a very Victorian feel to its architecture and town planning. Few of the most beautiful hotspots to check out in Shillong are Elephant Falls, Shillong Peak, Ward’s Lake, Shillong Cathedral and Umiam Lake. Guwahati is the nearest railway station to reach Shillong. Hills: Holidays in Meghalaya are also often looked forward to for the rare and enthralling experience of the Garo, Khasi and Jaintia Hills. The tribal culture embracing unique forms of art and culture have their own magical spell for the tourists. The Garo hills are known for Imilchang Dare Waterfall, Balpakram Wildlife Park, Naphak Lake and Siju Caves. Khasi Hills, are also known for Cherrapunji or Sohra. They are one of the most prominent hill resorts in India. The Jaintia Hills are located in the eastern part of Meghalaya and it is also known for Tyrchi Falls, Thadlaskein Lake, Ialong village’s rural tourism project, stone bridge at Thlumuwi, Krangsuri Falls and Umiaknieh Stone Bridge. National Parks: Balpakram National Park and Nokrek National Park are two of the most famous national parks in Meghalaya. Rare bird species along with a large variety of flora and fauna can be found in these national parks. Hillock gibbons, tigers and elephants are found in these national parks and attract hundreds of wildlife connoisseurs on daily basis. Arts and Culture: Travel to Meghalaya to grasp the minute details of the enthralling art, culture and distinct life in tribal villages. The Khasi culture in rich with impressive dance forms that are basically meant to denote the ‘Rites of Passages.’ The Jaintia tribes perform dances which are meant to maintain the balance between natural environment and man. Thus, nature is a very integral source for inspiration and enhancement in the cultural forms of life style in Meghalaya. Holidays in Meghalaya are known for discovering the unknown magical destinations which include panoramic hills, lakes, caves and wildlife species. Travel to Meghalaya to experience the out of the world and spell bounding journey for your life.
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