Meghalaya
If you enjoy the sheer thrill of a quick drizzle, come to Meghalaya, for a sudden shower is never far away. Aptly named as the Land of Clouds, Meghalaya’s scenic beauty coupled with an invigorating climate has the distinction of being the wettest place on earth. The rolling mists in the valleys lend it a mysterious charm that is hard to resist. Meghalaya is landlocked, bounded on the north and east by Assam, and the south and west by Bangladesh. Its lush green tropical landscape of hills and valleys and a heavy rainfall account for a medley of exotic flora and fauna that portray an ecologist’s dream.
Cities - Shillong:
Shillong the capital, is a popular hill station, has a famous 18 hole golf course and a polo ground. Lakes and water falls areWARD LAKE other attractions of this town.
Ward's lake :
Ward's lake, east of Police Bazar is an attractive place with facilities for boating. Umiam lake, 16 kilometers from Shillong is popular for fishing and boating.
The Butterfly Museum:
It is at Wankhar and Co, Raiatsamthiah. Visit : 1000 -1600. It has a good display of mounted butterflies and beetles from India and abroad. The butterflies are breeded here as a conservatory measure.
Places to visit - Top 5 Reasons to Visit Meghalaya:
1. A Holiday on Cloud Carpets:Meghalaya, the Land of Clouds is aptly named, for a sudden shower is never far away.With a distinction of possessing the wettest place on Earth, Meghalaya offers a mysterious charm that is hard to resist.
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