Description: It is truly the kismet of Meghalaya to be blessed with life-long ecstasy and allure wrapped in sheer attractiveness. The magnetism of Meghalaya is augmented because of the lushness and charm depicted through its quaint locales, plentiful scenery, and new-fangled and painkilling environs and of course the escapade, all are just what the doctor ordered place to restore yourself and is undeniably a beautiful abode of clouds. The show of high-spirited emerald green hill and frequently dip in recurrent drizzle will give the kiss of life to your morale. Trip to Meghalaya without doubt assures you to have an
excellent rendezvous with its charismatic hotspots. A sightseeing trip to Meghalaya can be experienced as an adventurous tour where you can undergo new activities such as trekking, caving, golfing, etc. all are just highly action-packed and will simply relax and reinstate you.
Sightseeing of Meghalaya:
Places of worship in Meghalaya:
Where to Stay: Staying in Meghayala hotels during your trip to the state is not at all impossible as there are numerous well-appointed hotels which are categorized into luxury hotels, budget hotels, deluxe hotels and heritage hotels. One can easily avail the discounted hotel packages based on his/her preference and thus enjoy a luxurious stay in the state’s brilliant hotels and relish the superlative services of the same.
Best time to visit: July to January
The climate of Meghalaya depends upon many factors. The state is affected the northeast winter winds and south west monsoon. The four major seasons of Meghalaya Summer (Monsoon) - May to September, Winter (December to February), Spring (March and April) & Autumn (October and November) behave differently and affect the life of localities of the state. The temperature in the atmosphere slowly but surely gets heated up with the arrival of spring. The heat in the air from the middle of April gradually increases till the end of June and after that lessens progressively and the maximum temperature calculated during this period of time is 34 Celsius at West Garo Hills and Tura District and Shillong estimates around 28 Celsius.
October and November are the only months when the cool breeze blows in the air and makes the entire ambiance like a block of ice. After November, the winter season commences and prolongs till the February ends. Throughout these months, the atmospheric heat in the Khasi Hills lowers down to as low as 2 Celsius.
Last but not least, rainfall begins by the third week of May and lingers precisely to the termination of September month and occasionally in the October mid. As we know that Cherrapunji in Meghalaya receives highest of rainfall in the world over the over the southern slopes of the Khasi hills. But on average the rainfall receives by the State is around 12,000 mm.
Resplendently known as “The Abode of Clouds” Meghalaya is placed in the Himalayan foothills flanked by Assam and Bangladesh. It is a charismatic state which is a dwelling place of Cherrapunji, which is illustrious for receiving the highest rainfall in the world. Astonishingly, very rare actually know that where exactly Cherrapunji is situated. Meghalaya is a virgin state whose topography is still uncovered even though it accentuates on its awe-inspiring waterfalls, immaculate caves, and mild-mannered
precious stone lakes, verdant timber with unusual environment - the state puts forward you an exhilarating mix up of tourist attractions, the detailed information about the same is stated below:
Shillong Peak: It is situated at the distance of 10kms from the main city at the utmost peak of 1965mtrs, and presents a sensational vista of the geography.
Sohpetbneng Peak: According to the famous Khasi folklore, Sohpetbneng Peak is a valued peak considered as the 'Navel of Heaven' situated against the milieu of lush forest and is truly a visual delight.
Ward's Lake: The scenic lake is set in the middle of rolling flower patches and fairyland light.
Shillong Cathedral: The sightseeing trips to Meghalaya also include a stunning church which was established by the British. It is an airy Church and has the capacity to seat up to around not many thousand followers.
Nartiang: Nartiang is a place eminent for housing bits and pieces of the old Jaintia Kings capital placed at the distance of 65kms from Shillong. The bravura attraction of the place is the enormous monoliths and a 500 years old Durga shrine.
Waterfalls in Meghalaya: Meghalaya is ostentatious of holding countless waterfalls, which come out from the uncontaminated rushing watercourse plunge down the vertical peak, twist and vanish in the rain forest. Some noteworthy waterfalls are Elephant Falls, Crinoline Falls, Spread Eagle Falls, Dain Thien Falls, Noh Kalikai Falls, Imilchang Dare and Mawsmai Falls.