State
: Meghalaya, in the north east of India.Best time to Travel : Through out the year.
Weather Conditions : Pleasant.
Location : Nongpoh is 53 km away from the state capital, Shillong in India.
Know Nongpoh in Meghalaya
Nongpoh is an important town and district headquarters of Ri-Bhoi District, Meghalaya. It forms the northern lower portion of the East Khasi Hills in Meghalaya. Once Nongpoh in Meghalaya was a good overnight resting spot on the way to Shillong in Meghalaya. The nature around is just spell-binding. The green trees around, the sky above, the tranquil atmosphere of Nongpoh is perfect for the tourists looking for a peaceful holiday. Journey to Nongpoh in Meghalaya
Airport : The nearest airport is at Guwahati, 124 km from Shillong. It is also well connected by roads and NH 40 passes through Nongpoh.
Railhead : The nearest railway station is at Guwahati, 124 km from Shillong. It is also well connected by roads and NH 40 passes through Nongpoh.
Road Transport : Nongpoh is well connected by roads and NH 40 passes through Nongpoh, linking it to Guwahati and Shillong.
Staying in Nongpoh (Meghalaya)
There are good amount of accommodations available at Nongpoh in Meghalaya for the tourist coming to Meghalaya.
Sightseeing in Nongpoh (Meghalaya)
The Road Side Market
The road side market of Nongpoh has a flavour of its own. The fruit stalls are a major attraction, with luscious fruit at throw away prices. For the everyday traveller there is a variety of vegetables, both from the plains and the hills. The Nongpoh market was once famous for its venision, parrots and mynas pet stalls, but for them to be available today one needs a fair share of luck also, you can buy orchids at unbelievably low prices, if you are lucky.
The Nature Around
A appealing up-hill drive through idyllic country scenario with the winds whisper through the pineland, the sonorous chirping of the birds, broken by the roar of water gushing down to lap up the boulders and rocks below is just mesmerizing.
The Orchid Lake Resort
Nestled in the hills is a majestic placid lake amidst the sylvan heights. The greenery of the surroundings, the azure blue of the skies above have a hypnotising effect. The placid setting is truly astounding. Water sports and angling are the prime attractions in the Orchid Lake Resort here.
