The capital of Meghalaya, which means Abode of Clouds anyway, is THE place to be if you like romancing the rains. Lush green terrain as far as the eyes can see (specifically the Khasi and Jaintia hills), and whether it’s cloudy or the sun’s playing peek-a-boo, almost every photo you take is Instagram worthy. Waterfalls will lead the way to any place but we recommend you have Elephant Falls – made up of three waterfalls, and Barapani lake on your to-do list. Up the adrenalin like us and trek part of the age-old and famous David Scott Trail (originally a trail from Assam to Bangladesh) that starts at Mawphlang and Lad Mawphlang. For a lovely stay, check into the Ri Kynjai Resort. Read more about it here.
Closest airport: Umroi Airport (30kms)