At one point of time, Nongpoh of Meghalaya was one of the best venue for resting over a night for tourists to Shillong. The calm and soothing nature of the town makes it a perfect venue for holidaying in peace. Nongpoh is only 53 kilometers away from Shillong. The nearest railway station is Guwahati which is 124 kilometers away from Shillong. The nearest airport is Guwahati airport which is also 124 kilometers away from Shillong. From Guwahati you can take a bus to Shillong and from there you can take any local transport to Nongpoh.
The specialty about Nongpoh is that neither does it have any historical site, nor does it have any building or monument. Nongpoh is a town within nature's lap. This is why it is surrounded by greenery all around. The main tourist attractions in Nongpoh at Meghalaya are listed below :
- The Nature Around : Do check out the natural flora and fauna of Nongpoh which is mesmerizing. A small drive across the dense greenery is something cherishable throughout life. The cool fresh breeze blowing across the land is intoxicating.
- The Orchid Lake Resort : This is again one place where you can entertain amidst the nature of Nongpoh. The beautiful resort is situated in between the dense woods and has a lake near by.
- The Road Side Market : Travel without shopping is incomplete. At Nongpoh of Meghalaya, you can shop a lot of handicrafts and other such local articles which are exclusive to this region. You can also buy fruits, vegetables and flowers from there. Earlier these markets had a vast stall of pet animals and birds too.
