Bamboo weaving in Wahsohra
Cultural
Moderate
1 Days
The small village of Wahsohra is located on the banks of the Wah Sohra River. The village is almost 50 km away from Shillong in the East Khasi Hills District. Besides agriculture, bamboo weaving is an alternative livelihood activity. The village comprises of very few households and at least one person in each household practices bamboo weaving. You can visit this charming village and learn the art of bamboo weaving, making things such as mats or baskets. The best time to visit Wahsora Village in Meghalaya to learn weaving is throughout the year.
Smit Village tour
Cultural
Easy
1 Days
Smit is the biggest village in Mawryngkneng block of the East Khasi Hills district and is the traditional seat of Khasi culture. While the village and its surrounding beauty can be enjoyed year-round, November is when you can witness the celebration of the 5-day-long festival called Shad Nongkrem, an elaborate festival of the Khasis in Meghalaya. The best time to visit Smit Village, Meghalaya is throughout the year.
Wood carvings in Garo Hills
Cultural
Moderate
1 Days
Wood carving is mainly practiced in and around Aminda Rangsa in West Garo Hills. It is an ancient art that flourished in the rural parts of Meghalaya and forms the basis of the cottage industry in Meghalaya. They makes the replica of Gods and Goddesses, toys etc. It is located almost at a distance of around 25 km from Tura and 328 km from Shillong. The village is famous for wood carvings and stone carvings.
Visit the Mawphlang Sacred Grove
Cultural
Easy
1 Days
One of the most remarkable features of the Khasi Hills is the sacred forests, which have been preserved by traditional religious sanction, since the ancient days. The sacred grove has an amazing life form of plants, flowering trees, orchids and butterflies. An ideal destination for nature lovers. The best time to visit the Mawphlang Sacred Grove in Meghalaya is between Sept and Oct.
Visit the enchanting 600 old Durga Mandir in Nartiang
Cultural
Easy
1 Days
It is believed that the temple was constructed by the Jaintia King on his conversion to Hinduism. It is said that the temple construction initially was like a typical Khasi house having a Central wooden pillar (dieng Blai) and the roof was in thatch. Later, the thatch was replaced by a corrugated tin roof. The best time to visit the Nartiang Durga Temple in Meghalaya is during October.
Visit the Cathedral of Mary Help of Christians, Shillong
Cultural
Easy
1 Days
Painted in sky blue, the symmetrical, modernist design of the Cathedral of Mary Help of Christians defies convention. The church was built over 50 years ago and invites people of all cultures and creeds. With its high arches and stained glass windows, the church is said to be one of the most beautiful buildings in the city of Shillong. The best time to visit here is throughout the month.
Silkworm farming at Umden Village
Cultural
Easy
1 Days
Learn about sericulture at the silk village of Meghalaya. Umden Village is famous for producing Eri silk using an indigenous method that doesn't harm the silk worms unlike the usual practice. You can enjoy watching the process of weaving, dying, and spinning of the yarn, which are eventually turned into stoles, shawls, etc. Best time to visit Umden Village, Meghalaya is between Sep-Jan.
Visit to Don Bosco Museum
Cultural
Easy
1 Days
Take an eye-opening tour of Don Bosco Center for Indigenous Cultures in Shillong. This 7-storey building has 16 galleries related to art, land and people, musical instruments, hunting, and more. The museum also has a skywalk, which provides a beautiful view of the city. Best time to visit Shillong, Meghalaya is throughout the year.
Mawlynnong Village Tour
Cultural
Easy
1 Days
Awarded as the cleanest village, Mawlynnong is a delightful place to spend the day. The weather is generally pleasant, the Khasi tribe is welcoming, there are living root bridges to explore, and you can get a magnificent view of the landscape including that of Bangladesh atop a 85-foot high bamboo-made viewing tower. Best time to visit Mawlynnong, Meghalaya is between Jun-Sep.
