KHASI HERITAGE VILLAGE SHILLONG
Khasi Heritage Village is located in Shillong, Meghalaya.
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Mawphlang Sacred Forest of Khasi Tribe, Shillong, Meghalaya
Why you must visit the Sacred Grove (or Law Kyntang) of Hima Mawphlang in Shillong?
Even Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited this place in May 2016!
The road to Mawphlang:
About 25 kilometers from Shillong in the “Abode of the Clouds” of Meghalaya, nestled in the Khasi hills and preserved by traditional religious sanction lies the remarkable Mawphlang Sacred Forest. Spread over 192 acres, the Sacred Grove is in sharp contrast to the surrounding green grasslands and is rimmed by a dense growth of Castanopsis Kurzii trees. The entrance is protected by 3 monolith stones similar to menhirs.
The local Khasi tribe has been preserving this forest for thousands of years and believe it to be the abode of the local deity called Labasa, who protects the forest. This Forest is guarded by one strict rule – “Nothing is allowed to be taken out of this Sacred Grove, not even a leaf, a stone or a dead log”.
Network of interconnected trees:
The Forest reveals an astonishing network of interconnected plants and trees, some of which are believed to be more than 1000 years old. The splendid flora presents a dramatic visual spectacle and worth capturing in digital memory.Over the years the forest ground has got a thick cover of hummus that supports growth of myriad varieties of plant life, many of which are found nowhere else.
Rudraksh tree, mushrooms, ferns, pines and other plant species:
There are several Rudraksh tree inside the grove, the seeds of which are used in religious ceremonies. The Sacred forest has rich flora of colourful mushrooms, pipers, ferns, orchids and endemic plants some of which are believed to pocesses medicinal properties. Locals believe some plants have the ability to cure TB and cancer.One of the peculiar plants that can be easily spotted inside is a Lily Cobra, which has a leaf and a twig that looks like head of the cobra.
Monoliths and sacrifice places:
Animal sacrifices are performed for the deity at stone temples inside the forest.The sacred forest is protected by the Lyngdoh clan, who believe that the deity protects the village. The local lore says that in 1970, the Army tried taking out the dead wood and trees from this forest but were unable to do so as the truck didn’t start even after trying multiple times.
These are monoliths or stone temples inside the forest. Locals visit these stone temples to pray, elect kings and discuss important matters concerning the tribe. Animal sacrifices are offered to the forest Gods at these stone temples as thanksgiving when the devotee’s prayers are answered or when a new King is elected.
The sprawling forest comes alive during the 3 day monolith festival organized by Khasi Heritage Conservation Forum to celebrate Mei Ramew (mother nature).
The Sacred Forest attracts tourists because of its physical beauty, sheer majesty, its many legends and folklore myths. Locals believe one cannot disrespect the forest rules else the deity would get angry. This belief has helped preserve the eco diversity of the Sacred Forest for thousands of years.
Additional tourist attraction - A Khasi Heritage Village has been set up by the Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council opposite the Mawphlang Sacred Forest.
Monolith Festival showcases the rich cultural heritage of Khasi tribe in Meghalaya
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One of the most remarkable features of the Khasi Hills are the sacred forests, which have been preserved by traditional religious sanction, since the ancient days. One of the most famous sacred forests is the Mawphlang Sacred Forest, about 25 kilometres from Shillong. The sacred grove has an amazing life form of plants, flowering trees, orchids and butterflies. An ideal destination for nature lovers.
In Mawsynram, there is a cave called the Mawjymbuin Cave which is one of the well known caves in Meghalaya. This cave, due to years of weathering and due to dripping of mineralized solutions and deposition of calcium carbonate, it has thus given rise to some magnificent stalagmites. These stalagmites are not only important and of great interest for geological research but also because of their exquisiteness. The stalagmite of the Mawjymbuin Cave is shaped into a massive Shivalinga. The cave also has a dome shaped rock with a flat top called the Symper Rock.
Jakrem located about 64 km from Shillong on the Shillong-Mawkyrwat road, is famous for its hot water springs of sulphur water which is believed to have curative medicinal properties. Jakrem has now developed as a potential health resort. People from all parts of the region throng here to take a dip in the hot spring. Bathing compartments are available around the spring for the use of the public. It is also a favourite picnic spot during winter.
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Century old ethnic Khasi House in Meghalaya
This house was owned by Kong Phrosila Kharshiing who passed away in the year 2007 Aged 105. Her daughter, Kong Banis Kharshiing now lives here..
The house is located in Pdeng Shnong, Mawphlang, a village in the East Khasi Hills of Meghalaya, India.
It was built 86 years ago by one Bah Jenn. It took 5 years to build.
It was constructed with Dieng Wah
wood which is soaked in water for years after which the wood becomes as tough as steel.
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As my first day in Shillong, the capital of Meghalaya, continued, my friend Paul took me to eat a Khasi thali. This thali is so different from every other thali I’ve ever had, including the ones I had in Assam! Then we headed up to Shillong Peak to get some insane views of the city!
We made our way to Police Bazaar, which is where the restaurant is located. Police Bazaar is the most commercial hub in Shillong. You can buy clothing, street food, accessories, shoes, and more.
The restaurant Paul took me to was very unique. It was pretty small and all the booths face the same direction. We ordered our thali, which contained lots of non-veg dishes including chicken and pork.
I started with the jadoh, which is a Khasi rice with pork that is reminiscent of a risotto or paella. The pork is pretty fatty! Then I tried a fresh tomato salad with green beans, followed by a radish salad, which was crunchy and reminded me of bamboo. I liked it a lot!
Next, I went with the pork salad. It’s like a Russian salad with potato, onion, and pork. I loved it! It’s fatty and kind of tastes like a ceviche. I also loved the fattiness of the pork curry.
The dal mash was very nice and super light, with no heat to it. The fermented fish chutney was very potent, fishy, and spicy. The mint chutney was amazing with the rice. The mint was so strong but so good! The banana flower chutney was like a plantain mash. The mashed potatoes were light and contained some onion. The mashed potato with cauliflower I tried next had a creamy element that I liked a lot.
Then I went with the pork fat, which was delicious and gelatinous. I also loved the dense pork ball. The next dish was chicken curry with potatoes. The curry was insane! I loved it so much! Then I went with a pepper. It took me a few bites for the heat to kick in, but when it did, it was intense! While I cooled my mouth down with some water and rice, it was Paul’s turn to try!
The next thing I tried was a fermented soybean sauce, which looked super rich and delicious. I tried it with some of the jadoh. It was really rich and earthy. I had something similar to it in Japan! But for me, the star of the meal was the chicken curry. It was so good, I had to thank the owner, who was in love with me!
After our meal, we visited the bazaar, where Paul showed me a beautiful handmade shawl. After a bit of bargaining, I bought four in total for the women in my family. They’re great for winter days!
Before we set off for Shillong Peak, we went to get a double espresso with ice. I got it the way I like it, with no sugar. It was perfect! Exactly what I needed to continue on with my day! Our total came to 210 rupees, or about $4 U.S.
Then it was time for Shillong Peak, but we hit a huge traffic jam! It was super tight but we squeezed through the cars and pedestrians. The drive by scooter took about 15 minutes. It got chilly on the way, so I recommend dressing warm when you come to Shillong!
After not being able to visit the peak due to me being a foreigner and the ongoing situation with Pakistan, Paul took me to another area of the peak with great views. We got out and walked past a Catholic graveyard, which reminded me of a cemetery I’d visited in Guatemala because of the colors.
The landscape and greenery of this area felt very European. We reached the lookout point, but the view of the city wasn’t great because it was kind of gloomy. It was still beautiful!
Then we headed to a café, we got an insane view of Shillong! It’s gorgeous! This part of India is such a different world. Then we went back to Police Bazaar to get a beer. The lounge offered an amazing view of the bazaar below. Instead of a beer, I got some smooth Indian whiskey. It was so good!
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Monolith festival showcases rich cultural heritage of Khasi tribe in Meghalaya
Meghalaya, Apr 17 (ANI): Dressed in colorful traditional attires these men and women thronged the famous Khasi heritage village-Mawphlang in East Khasi hills district to celebrate 'Monolith Festival'.The festival is a cultural extravaganza to showcase and display the unique traditions through dances, music, handicrafts, cuisines and attires of the Khasi Tribe. During the festival, cultural troupe of Himas performed their traditional dance and folk song accompanied by various types of drums and flutes to enthrall the audience. It has attracted many foreign tourists. During the event, handloom and handicraft stalls, organic vegetables and food stall were also set up which reflects the rich culture of the tribe. Varieties of products like cane mats, stools, baskets and decorative items attracted a large number of visitors. Later, an ethnic fashion show was also held where models walked the ramp and showcased beautiful traditional attires of various tribes of Meghalaya. The Khasis inhabit the eastern part of Meghalaya. Organizing such festival not only brings people together at one platform but also promote tourism in the state.
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Picnic at Mawphlang || Khasi Heritage Village || Meghalaya
This Bhogali Bihu, me and my friend Bhaskar Jyoti Borgohain planned to celebrate this festival in a different way and we decided to do it in forest environment, somewhere in Meghalaya. We reached Guwahati from Karimganj on 13th December. On the next morning via NH 6 (Guwahati-Shillong Road) we started our journey by my Honda Aviator. Enroute, we bought meat and vegetables at Umsning. Bhaskar told me to go to Mawphlang, towards Mawsynram. Mawphlang Sacred Forest is known for its rich Bio-Diversity and a Khasi Heritage Village has also been set up by the Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council opposite the forest, which attracts tourists from the different parts of the world.
After we visited the village we moved to a nearby Wahlyngkien village. Bought some fire woods, and found a beautiful place for our picnic by the grace of God. Beautiful mountain river, pine trees, mountains everything that we were looking for was there. Without wasting time we took verbal approval from the locals and we asked a person to join us. Brother Legdoh was happy to help and we started cooking food in no time. The food we made were delicious by His blessings. We handed over the left over foods and other stuffs to brother Legdoh. Then we started for Guwahati and reached at about 9:30 pm. This way we ended our picnic with pithas as desert, bought from Guwahati.
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Khasi Heritage Village & Park Shillong
Season time in the Khasi Heritage village is spring and there is a huge inflow of tourists who have come in for the Monolith festival. At most other times especially off season... this model Khasi heritage village will strike you as a ghost town with rows of quaint looking houses and no people.
However look a little closely and you will find lots to learn and explore. There are thatched houses inside the heritage village that showcase the lifestyle of the traditional khasi tribes like Myliem, Nongkhhlaw, Jirang, Nongstin, Sohbar, Mawsynram, Nonglang, Mawphalang, Shella Wahadarship etc. These houses are prototypes and they contain exact replicas of the bedroom, sitting area, kitchen, storehouse and livestock rearing area.
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The mesmerizing beauty and rich culture of Meghalaya has definitely impressed Prime Minister Narendra Modi when he visited Khasi Heritage Village on Saturday to get a firsthand knowledge about the rich cultural and traditional heritage of the Khasi-Jaintia tribe.
Modi also tried his hand in beating Khasi traditional drum — Ka Bom — before winding up his two-day visit to Meghalaya.
Braving an inclement weather, Modi went ahead with his scheduled sightseeing plans to the famous tourist spots in and around the city.
Before going to Mawphlang village, adjacent to the sacred groves, the Prime Minister visited the Elephant Falls, one of the major tourist destinations in Shillong.
The Prime Minister, who first went to Matilang Park, spent a good time at the tourist spot and clicked pictures there.
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Khasi tribe's dailylife in Meghalaya, North East India.
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Shillong STREET FOOD Tour of Police Bazaar - Pork, Momos and Chow | Shillong, Meghalaya, India
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After an insane and jam-packed day that saw me leave from Guwahati in Assam, ride to Shillong in Meghalaya, have breakfast at Iewduh Market, have a Khasi thali for lunch, do some shopping at Police Bazaar, trek up to Shillong Peak, and have an unbelievable haircut and massage experience, my day still wasn’t over! Now it was time for dinner and I had a major hankering for some delicious Shillong street food!
My buddy Paul from Travel with Paul took me on a nighttime Indian street food tour of Police Bazaar. There was so much to see and try in this bustling market. Street food isn’t as big here as it is in other parts of India, and can really only be found at night. I was so excited to start!
I started with a chicken drumstick, which cost 120 rupees/$1.71 U.S. My boy Paul is allergic to chicken, so he couldn’t have any. It looked so good! It came with onions on it and some chutney on the side. It was a delicious, crispy, and juicy barbecued chicken with lots of amazing smoky flavor! It was really fatty and tasted even better with the chutney. One of the best barbecued chickens I’ve ever had!
Then we moved on to some grilled, skewered pork stomach. It’s charred and juicy and really salty. It was almost pure fat, but it was delicious fat! Then I tried it with some chutney and lemon. It was like a different world! It was the most delicious barbecued pork ever!
Next, we moved on to Food on Wheels, a food truck that sells both Indian and Chinese food. There, I got some chicken momos with hot sauce, which were still boiling hot. The texture was amazing! The chicken was really moist and felt like it had been pulled. The sauce wasn’t too hot, but was delicious. A plate of six momos cost only 40 rupees/$0.57 U.S.
Next was Chow, or Chinese noodles. It contained dry, thin noodles and some chicken. I loved the way the onions were mixed in. But I needed a kick, so I added a green hot sauce that was really spicy and was like a green chili sauce with meat. The dish reminded me of glass noodles from Thailand!
Then, on the way back to my Airbnb, we stopped at another food truck for some nasi goreng, which is a traditionally Indonesian fried rice dish. After a ride on Paul’s scooter, we arrived at the Griddle Club. They made me some nasi goreng. The difference between Indonesian nasi goreng and the version here in Shillong is that this version is made with chicken instead of seafood. It came with prawn chips, fresh vegetables on the side, and a fried egg on top. I popped the yolk, mixed into the rice, and dove in!
While I was eating, there was a car accident right behind me! The nasi goreng was delicious and had a southeast Asian feel to it. The prawn chips were really nice. They were perfect for scooping up the rice and popping the whole thing in my mouth! I loved the combination of the egg and the rice, and the shrimp paste was out of this world! This was one of my favorite fried rice dishes ever!
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