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Travel Medhalaya

Meghalaya – The Scotland of the East Literally means Abode of the Clouds, Meghalaya is known as 'the Scotland of the East'. The nature has blessed abundantly the tiny hill state with refreshing mountain air, the whispering pines, the exotic flora and fauna. Meghalaya is the home of three Mongoloid tribes – the Khasis, the Jayantias and the Garos. Shillong forms the capital of Meghalaya with its picturesque setting and salubrious climate. Legend has it that it originated from the name of a handsome youth called Shyllong. In and around Shillong, there are numerous waterfalls, especially during the monsoon: Bishop Falls, Elephant Falls, Spread Eagle Falls, Sweet Falls, Crinoline Falls and Beadon Falls are to mention a few. Shillong's Golf Course is considered to be one of the best in India established in 1898 by a group of British Civil Service officers. Golfers from all over the world come here to showcase their skills. Lady Hydari Park has an attractive garden. Adjacent to the park there is a mini zoo, where many species of birds and animals can be seen. Museum of Entomology is a treasure house of various kinds of exquisite Meghalayan butterflies and insects, some of which are bred and reared by naturalists and preserved.

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What more to see?

1. Ward's lake at Shillong
2. Mawsynram known for the giant stalagmite formation shaped into a Shivalinga,
3. Monoliths in Khasi Hills
4. Cherrapunjee’s waterfalls

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