Mawphlang Sacred Forestमावफलांग पवित्र वन
A community protected sacred forest near Shillong. A local guide takes you through.
See what is open on your dateOpen in Google MapsWhereEast Khasi Hills, Meghalaya
Shillong plateau
Shillong plateau
Best time to visit1 October to 31 May
Good seasonsPost-monsoon (October to November), Winter (December to February), Summer (March to May), Monsoon (June to September)
DifficultyEasy
Height1800 m above sea level
Time needed3 hrs
Base and nearbyShillong, Shillong
EntrySmall entry fee · local guide needed
About Mawphlang Sacred Forest
A sacred grove of the Khasi people, about 25 km from Shillong, protected by the community for hundreds of years. A local guide leads you along a trail through old trees, moss and monoliths, and explains the traditions. Nothing can be taken out of the forest, including leaves and stones, and visitors are asked to follow the guide closely. It is calm, damp and cool at any time of the year.
What to see and do
- Guided walk through old forest
- Monoliths and moss covered stones
- Khasi beliefs and stories
- Nothing is to be taken out
- Cool and damp all year
Part of Garo, Khasi and Jaintia Hills.
Opening status, best time and closures here are estimates from usual seasons and past patterns, not live information. Confirm with the local authority before you go. Terms of use
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