Evaluation of the area of state expresses it’s one third
location of state is forest. The mountain forests of Meghalaya are dissimilar
from the land area steamy forests situated at north to south. The large amount
of biodiversity of mammals, plants and birds are special in Meghalaya forests.
Earlier, these forests were part of Assam, though on January 21, 1972, the regional
of Garo, Khasi and Jaintia hills turned as the new spots of Meghalaya.
This Indian tourist place is having BNP (Balpakram National
Park) situated in South Garo Hills region. The constant trespassed forest areas
of this hill are cleaned for coal trade. Jaintia Hills with big rivers are
special spots of this beautiful place. The big rivers in Meghalaya are Myntang
and Umngot. However, there are many secrets of Meghalaya, which are yet to be
exposed, but still the places for tourism are special in this state. Enjoying
the nature is possible by visiting the Nokrek National Park.
Shillong is the world-famous hill station of Meghalaya, and
people are reaching this spot whole year. The water falls around Shillong are
special too. The high peak of Shillong is good for trekking. Not only Shillong,
there are many other tourist spots in Meghalaya serving with ample of nature
beauty.
Some of the major Indian tourist places within this state
are Cherrapunji, Shillong, Mawlynnong, Guwahati-Shillong highway, etc. The
waterfalls, parks and gardens with deep forest could be different experience
for a tourist. Visitors can enjoy the tree rood bridges in Cherrapunji and also
can go for Cherrapunji Shillong highway, which is again covered with lots of
greenery and astonishing views.
The main waterfalls of state are Elephant Falls; Weinia
falls, Shadthum Falls, Bishop Falls; Langshiang falls, Nohkalikai Falls and
Sweet Falls. The hot water springs at Jakrem are available with ample of
remedial and therapeutic properties.
Meghalaya is not big state but having huge nature beauties
and high hills. The highways and roads are poor so driving could be difficult
in some areas. Those who have planned to visit the Meghalaya should not miss
Khasi Hills, Jaintia Hills, Nongstoin, Garo Hills, Tura, Cherrapunji, Shillong
and Nongpoh areas as they are service amazing hospitality and beautiful scenery
created by nature. Sohpetbneng Peak, Ward's Lake, Caves in Meghalaya and
Shillong Cathedral are also special spots.
Few Special Pictures of Meghalaya