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Garden of Caves

Meghalaya · India

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The site holds deep cultural and mythological importance for the Khasi people. According to local legends, the caves were once the dwelling places of deities and spirits. Each cave and rock formation is imbued with stories and folklore that have been passed down through generations.

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  1. 1Garden of Caves

    Welcome to the Garden of Caves, an exquisite and privately managed landscape that offers a unique distillation of Meghalaya's geological drama. Located near Laitlyngkot, between Shillong and Cherrapunji, this site was inaugurated…

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  2. 2Pahlong Syiem — The King's Cave

    Our first major stop is Spot Number One: the Pahlong Syiem, or the King's Cave. The name translates literally to 'The King's Cave,' as it is believed that a tribal chief once used this limestone shelter as a place of rest or…

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  3. 3Sum Syiem Falls — The Veil of Mist

    Just a short walk from the King's Cave leads us to the breathtaking Sum Syiem Falls. This is one of several cascades within the garden, characterized by a wide, thin veil of water that drops into a shallow, clear basin. …

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  4. 4The Bamboo Bridges — Engineering with Nature

    As we navigate between the different caves and falls, we will cross several traditional bamboo bridges. These are remarkable examples of indigenous engineering. …

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  5. 5Um Ladowai — The Medicinal Water

    We now come to one of the most culturally significant spots in the garden: Um Ladowai, or the Medicinal Water. Here, a clear stream of water trickles out of a wooden bamboo stick, originating from deep within the limestone hills. …

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  6. 6Mother Nature — The Fetus Rock

    Perhaps the most photographically famous spot in the garden is Number Eight: the 'Mother Nature' rock. This is a natural rock carving that bears a startling resemblance to a human fetus inside a womb. …

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  7. 7Maw Dhanud — The Heart-Shaped Rock

    Our final highlight is Spot Number Eleven: Maw Dhanud, or the Heart-Shaped Rock. 'Maw' means stone and 'Dhanud' refers to the heart in the local dialect. …

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  8. 8Closing

    As we conclude our walk through the Garden of Caves, take a final breath of this incredibly pure air. We have journeyed through eleven unique natural wonders, from the historical shelters of Khasi kings to the profound symbols of…

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Garden of Caves is a place in Meghalaya · India with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
LocationMeghalaya · India
TypeNature
Story sections8
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates25.3125, 91.7605
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