3 Reasons to Go on a Trip to Meghalaya

Meghalaya, a state in the north eastern part of India, is a popular tourist destination. Also known as the Abode of Clouds, it is one of the cleanest villages in India and houses the ‘Living Root Bridges.’ The unique culture and dense forests of the state cause many people to visit this state. 

This place is appropriate for both nature-lovers and adventure seekers. People looking to visit Meghalaya and have a nice trip here may want to buy a good Meghalaya trip package from a reputed travel company as that will make their trips even better. Individual planning often results in mistakes which take away the goodness of a trip to this heavenly North-East destination. And one cannot afford to let any mistakes ruin this trip as such a trip, if conducted well, is beautiful and a lot of fun.

So, let’s take a look at some reasons why Meghalaya trips are so exciting.

• Visit to the sacred forests: Meghalaya is home to sacred forests where the Khasis used to offer sacrifices to please Gods. These forests are considered sacred and provide natural biomes home to a rich variety of biodiversity. Mawphlang, a place in Meghalaya, is very popular for these forests and also has a heritage village on the vicinity which has traditional Khasi houses. Visiting these places enables one to know about the tribes of this area and their cultures, enriching one’s knowledge and experience about the ethnic groups of India. Also, these areas are idyllic, with lush greenery and soothing serenity. Visiting here is an ideal way of getting rid of stress one might be facing.
• City tour of Shillong: A city tour of Shillong provides one with an adventurous as well as beautiful experience. A vast to the Umiam Lake gives one the opportunity to undertake Jet Ski rides on this beautiful lake. The scenery is amazing and would not fail to impress anyone. Shillong Peak is another beautiful spot included in Shillong city tours. One would have a great time photographing and recording the panoramic views of the dense clouds, feeling the cool breeze, and enjoying the serenity. Further, the trip will also make one aware of the history of this Indian state when one visits the museum in Shillong. There is also a church with a beautiful and peaceful environment.
• Trek to ‘Living Root Bridges’: 13 kms from Cherrapunji is the Nongriat Village which houses these bridges which are famous all over the world. This is a favourite destination of tourists and a must-visit for trekkers. A trek to this place usually takes around 7-8 hours over undulating terrain amid beautiful scenic views. The bridges are based at the base of a hill and a trek to them could be accompanied by various snacks and tasty dishes available in villages on the top and at the bottom of the hills. One could visit the double-decker bridges and also the Rainbow Waterfall from here.