Mawlynnong – Asia’s Cleanest Village
Tucked along the Indo-Bangladesh border, Mawlynnong is proudly known as Asia’s Cleanest Village, a title well-earned through its eco-conscious living, spotless pathways, and community-driven cleanliness. Adorned with flower-laced lanes, bamboo dustbins, and thatched cottages, this enchanting village offers more than charm—it reflects the harmony between nature and mankind. Stroll through manicured gardens, walk across the living root bridge in Riwai, and climb the bamboo Sky View Tower for panoramic views of Bangladesh’s lowlands.
Best Time to Visit: October to April for clear skies and vibrant blooms
Distance from Shillong: 78 km | 
Approx. 2.5 hours
Travel Tips: Avoid single-use plastics; wear comfortable shoes for village walks
Culture & Food: Mawlynnong reflects the Khasi matrilineal society, where women are household heads. Try local dishes like pukhlein (rice flour snack), fresh fruits, and spicy pork stews served by homestays.
A visit to Mawlynnong is a lesson in mindful living, where every corner speaks of community pride, natural beauty, and cultural purity.
Near by places
Tucked in the East Khasi Hills, Cherrapunji (also known as Sohra) is globally renowned as one of the wettest places on Earth. This enchanting town is a masterpiece of misty cliffs, thunderous waterfalls, and lush green gorges.
Perched amidst rolling pine hills and misty meadows, Shillong, the capital of Meghalaya, captivates travelers with its colonial charm, vibrant music scene, and cool mountain breeze.
Tucked near the Indo-Bangladesh border, Dawki is a magical riverside town famed for the Umngot River, whose glass-clear waters create the illusion of boats floating in the air.
Perched high above the East Khasi Hills, Laitlum Canyons is a mesmerizing vantage point often called the “Edge of the World”, where rolling green hills meet the sky and clouds drift just beneath your feet.
Tucked deep in the Garo Hills near Tura, the Nokrek Biosphere Reserve is Meghalaya’s most precious ecological treasure—a pristine jungle teeming with biodiversity and tribal heritage.
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