India /Meghalaya /Ri-Bhoi /Nongpoh

The town of Nongpoh is a secluded place located in the Indian state of Meghalaya. This town is located in the Ri-Bhoi district, and a key feature in the town is that it serves as the district headquarters in the region. The town is located in the north eastern part of the state, and is widely known among tourists for the many options that it offers with regards to nature tourism. This town is a key tourist destination that is nestled among very scenic hills. One major fact is that, although Nongpoh is popular among tourists, the place is never too crowded. It can serve as an ideal tourist destination for you if you’re looking for a place to unwind and relax in peace.There are not any major sightseeing destinations or must visit places in Nongpoh, as the place is mainly a haven for nature lovers. You can go trekking through the sheer drops located in and around the region and you can also go hiking in Nongpoh. You can camp out in the lush greenery and set up picnics with your family. You can also visit the Orchid Lake resort, which is located in Nongpoh. This is a very placid lake that attracts many locals and tourists.

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Category : Hill Station, Nature

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 793102

STD Code: 3638

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Best Time to Visit:  Throughout the year

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Nongpoh town is located in the Ri-Bhoi district, and a key feature in the town is that it serves as the district headquarters in the region. The town is located in the north eastern part of the state, and is widely known among tourists for the many options that it offers with regards to nature tourism. This town is a key tourist destination that is nestled among very scenic hills.There are not any major sightseeing destinations or must visit places in Nongpoh, as the place is mainly a haven for nature lovers.

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By Air : You can also opt for flights to the nearest airport, which in this case is located in the city of Guwahati. The airport in Guwahati is well connected to other major destinations in the state, including Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Dimapur, Dibrugarh, Agartala, Bangalore, Bagdogra, Chennai, Jaipur, Imphal, Paro and Jorhat. Flight fares will range around Rs 4000 to 8000 for a trip from Delhi to Guwahati.

By Train : The town of Nongpoh is well connected to the nearby region of Shillong through buses and other local modes of transport. Road transport is the main mode in the entire state of Meghalaya as trains and flights will not be available. You will need to take trains and flights to major regions in Assam in order to reach the town of Nongpoh from there through buses. This is the best way to reach Nongpoh.

By Bus : Buses to the town of Nongpoh will run from the nearby regions of Shillong, Jowai, Cherrapunji, Williamnagar, Baghmara and Umling. These will charge very low fares and will primarily be government run. Bus fares to the town of Nongpoh will range around Rs 50 or lesser. This is the locally preferred mode of transport. Buses will be regularly available, although they might be crowded and packed during the peak tourist season.

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Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

Ginger Hotel Guwahati ; IHM Campus, Upper Hengrabari, Borbari, VIP Rd, Bormotoria, Guwahati, Assam 781023 ; Ph – N.A ; Facilities – Room Service

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• Woodland Dhaba ;  GS Rd, Nongpoh, Meghalaya 793102 ; M –  N.A ; Food Serve :  Indian

• National Highway Dhaba ;  National Highway 40, Nongpoh, Meghalaya 793102 ; M –  N.A ; Food Serve :  Indian

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• Police : 100
• Fire : 101
• Ambulance : 102

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