Situated in the heart of the city, Sillong, Wards lake is a stunning man-made lake which was named after Sir William Ward, the then Chief Commissioner of Assam. This place is a must-visit if you are in Shillong. Surrounded by lush green gardens, this artificial horse-shoe shaped lake is a well-known tourist spot. One can enjoy several recreational activities such as boat rides, picnics and lazy walks in cobble-stoned paths amidst the greenery and appreciate the colourful flowers implanted and fountains dancing.

There is a story behind the construction of the lake. A Khasi prisoner, tired of the labour camp routine, wanted to bring some changes to his dreary daily life and hence requested the warden for some creative endeavour. On being granted permission to create the artificial Wards Lake, he is remembered even today for his role in beautifying the place.

There is also a Botanical Garden near the lake which is adorned with extensive range of exotic plants and flowers like orchids. Tourists can spot a variety of colourful fishes in the lake. A beautiful wooden bridge in the heart of the lake presents a best place to enjoy the view of the whole lake and feed the fishes. A cafeteria which offers a wide range of eatables and beverages can also be seen within the lake premises. Located below the Raj Bhawan (Governor’s Residence), the lake is easily accessible through local transport.

Visiting Hours: 8.30am to 5.30pm (November – February), 8.30am to 7pm (March – October)

Known as the Cathedral of Mary Help of Christians, the Cathedral Church, situated in the Laitumkhrah locality of Shillong, is one of the most elegant churches which attract a great number of tourists. Since the church has the throne of the Bishop, it is referred to as Cathedral Church. This 50-year-old historical shrine of peace and sanctity is designed in the Gothic architectural style with high arches and stained glass windows. It provides a remarkable sight amidst lush green lawns.

One of the most unique and interesting feature of the church is the fact that it is built on sand and not on rock. Since Shillong is prone to earthquakes, the church has been erected on sand to combat and absorb the shocks. The grave of the first Archbishop of Shillong, Late Rt.Rev. Hubert D’Rosario, stands on this church. The main place of worship for 3,00,000 Catholics in the area, the church is a pride for them. Special church services are held every Wednesday.

People from diverse religious backgrounds come here to offer their prayers, seek blessings and divine favours through the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The Cathedral Church serves as a prominent landmark of Shillong with its hilltop location and charming architectural design.

Visiting Hours: Monday to Saturday - 7am to 6.30pm, Sunday – 8am to 6.30pm.

The temple tells the real story atop the abode of cloud. Only you need to travel 5 KM in the upper portion of the capital city. It’s the wonderful temple of The River Umshyrpi drifts that strikes the attraction of thousands of tourists and pilgrims in the outskirt of the Meghalaya capital city. Its history is magnificent.  Popularly known as Mahadev Khola dam, it is a 150 years old temple providing much space for the Shiva devotees. It is popularly believed to have been set up by a saint 150 years back when the entire area was a dense jungle.
 
An army major dreamt there of a red robbed saint with a string in his  hands. It was at his instance the army officer set up the temple where he looked after the saint. He, futher, foud out the Shivaling to offer pujas to the Lord Shiva. This is what the beginning of the temple that beckons many tourists who visit the spot cutting across the castes, creeds and beliefs. It welcomes the tourists from atop the Upper Shillong at a stone’s throw distance from the 101 Canteen area. Those traveling on cars need not be worried. Parking space is the additional advantage. 
 
According to popular belief, there was a time when the entire area was bushy. Later, a section of devotees installed the idols of other gods and goddesses to be worshiped in and around the area. The temples of Gauri Shankar Mahadev,Ganesh Durga,Lakshman Parivar,Surya Narayan,Bajrang Bali welcome no less devotees from sun rise to sun set. You will get to see a wonderful cave here connecting, perhaps, to the Kamakhya temple in Guwahati.     
Now a days, Yagnas and marriages are regular events in this spot. So make it an occasion to visit the spot.   

Shillong, the Scotland of the East is a natural target for umpteen number of foreign and domestic tourists. The capital city of the abode of cloud (Meghalaya) in its East Khasi Hills district is situated at an average 4,908 altitude from the sea level. Shillong is known for its natural beauty and bounty. But your visit is incomplete if you fail to land at the 6,449 feet high Shillong peak.

According to history, Shillong was the natural choice for European settlers of Scotland before the Independence. Shillong was the capital of an undivided Assam until the creation of the new state of Meghalaya on 21 January 1972. The best time to visit Shillong is September-November.  

The state capital city of Meghalaya is well connected with both air and surface services. Sumo and bus services are available from all north eastern capital cities apart from flight and chopper services.

Sohra, the name of a tourist spot in Meghalaya always keeps throbbing with tourists footfall in season and out of season. Till the other day, the must see place for the tourists was the most wettest place on the planet. Previously known as Cherapunji, the enchanting sub division in the East Khasi hills district is a paradise on the earth if one goes by the gurgling water falls along with other natural beauty and bounty.

Literally “Cherra” or “Sohrarim” stood for original “Cherra” village. Those from the Scotland who stayed there before the Independence called “Sohra”. These people from the West declared Sohra as the capital of Assam in 1832. But boxed by circumstances they shifted the capital to Shillong.

Situated at 56 kms away from the capital city of Shillong Sohra is an unavoidable spot for the tourists from the country and abroad who feel the real beauty and wonder of the nature. Tourists on the abode of cloud have taxi and sumo services from the Scotland of the East to visit the eco friendly place in all seasons. The journey to Sohra is no less wonderful with the zig zag road in the mist of blue hills surrounded by the clouds that flutters at any time. The landscape takes a different backdrop on the way to the place of interest where the tourists take delight to discover the summer monsoons. What is the secret? Its nothing but the annual meterologicai phenomena under the direct impact of the north east winds and south west monsoon. That’s the monsoon magic that makes Sohra a bio-diverse vegetations on the earth. Arriving Sohra is, indeed, an exploration of the beautiful corner of the north east Indian region.

Meghalaya has four seasons unlike Assam and other north eastern states. Spring falls in March and April while monsoon strikes the hills state from May to September. October to November is the period for autumn season while a pinching winter season falls from December to February.

Mercury starts rising just from the third week of May and it continues till the September-end where the average rainfall is 12,000 mm.

For more details, please check http://sohra.gov.in

Aminda Rangsa village is a perfect get away. Beautiful landscapes, rugged terrains and a dense forest are the hallmark of Aminda Rangsa, where the community has come together to make the village clean.

A small village with 39 households has a population of roughly 200 people, including children.  In 2011, the village bagged the Nirmal Gram Puraskar.

Pristine, clean and green Amanda Rangsa village in remote  West Garo Hills the village as a “tourism destination”The villagers are upbeat and are ensuring cleanliness of the village.
Located about 25 km from Tura far away from the humdrum of city.

Aminda Rangsa village is located in Gambegre Tehsil of West Garo Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Gambegre and 27km away from district headquarter Tura.