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One day trip to Jowai, Meghalaya

Jowai is a small town located in west Jaintia hills in the beautiful state of Meghalaya – known as “abode of clouds”. Jowai is a cultural and commercial pivot of Meghalaya and its history goes back to the times when the Pnar kings were the dominant force in the region. Situated 66kms east on the NH6 from Shillong is a must visit if you wish to spend the day amidst the endless rolling hills and untouched nature.

Start from Guwahati early in the morning like about 6 – 7am and reach Jowai at about 9:30 – 10:00 in the am. Tip: Start as early as possible to beat the traffic. If you are starting from Shillong then it won’t take more than 2 hrs so start accordingly. You can avail yourself to shared taxis from Kahanapara, Guwahati for approx Rs.600 per person to Jowai. Stepping into Meghalaya, first stop is Nongpoh – have tea and a filling breakfast. Nongpoh is known for its tranquill atmospher...