Things to do in Mawlynrei, a hidden gem in Meghalaya

Mawlynrei is a small village in the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India. It is located about 7 km away from Shillong, the district headquarter and the capital city of Meghalaya.

Mawlynrei has a population of about 3,473 people and a literacy rate of 65.16%. If you are looking for a peaceful and scenic getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city, Mawlynrei might be a good option for you.

Here are some things you can do in Mawlynrei:

• Enjoy the natural beauty of the village and its surroundings. Mawlynrei is surrounded by green hills, forests, and streams. You can take a walk around the village, admire the traditional wooden houses, interact with the friendly locals, and get a glimpse of rural life in Meghalaya.
  
• Explore the many waterfalls in Mawlynrei. The famous waterfall is Laikyndon Falls, which is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Meghalaya. Laikyndon Falls is a multi-level waterfall and is surrounded by rocks and trees. Other waterfalls in the area include the Fourth Falls or Kshaid Ba Saw, Pommuri Falls, and Weibujai Falls.
  
• Experience the culture and cuisine of the Khasi tribe. You can try some of the Khasi’s delicacies like jadoh (rice cooked with pork or chicken), tungrymbai (fermented soybean), dohkhlieh (pork salad) and pukhlein (rice cake) when you visit any local food stall in Mawlynrei.
  
• If you are interested in trekking, then the scenic beauty of hills and cliffs in Mawlynrei will give you a view that you can see while trekking in between trees that cover both sides of the dirt road of the reserve forest, and the rivers here are very refreshing as the water is crystal clear.
  
• Camping is another activity you can do while you visit Mawlynrei.
  Camping under the moon and stars, a lullaby sung by the crickets in the evening, and a morning skylark view of the beautiful sunrise—if you choose to camp in the hills of the Reserve Forest of Mawlynrei, come and become one with nature again.
  
• Himalayan Hills view during winter in the morning!
  You’ll be amazed by how far your eyes can reach standing at Meghalaya and viewing the hills that lie as far as Arunachal Pradesh and more. Come and experience it yourself.