Shillong Meghalaya landscape

Visual Journey Through Meghalaya

Shillong Photo Gallery

18 stunning photography spots across Shillong and Meghalaya — waterfalls, living bridges, crystal rivers, sunrises, and more. With tips on when to shoot and how to capture the perfect shot.

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Nohkalikai Falls

Waterfalls

Nohkalikai Falls

Cherrapunji

Elephant Falls

Waterfalls

Elephant Falls

Shillong

Seven Sisters Falls

Waterfalls

Seven Sisters Falls

Cherrapunji

Dawki Crystal River

Rivers & Lakes

Dawki Crystal River

Dawki

Umiam Lake Sunset

Rivers & Lakes

Umiam Lake Sunset

Umiam Lake

Laitlum Canyon

Canyons & Valleys

Laitlum Canyon

Laitlum

Mawkdok Valley

Canyons & Valleys

Mawkdok Valley

Cherrapunji

Double Decker Root Bridge

Living Root Bridges

Double Decker Root Bridge

Nongriat

Single Decker Root Bridge

Living Root Bridges

Single Decker Root Bridge

Nongriat

Nongjrong Sea of Clouds

Sunrises & Clouds

Nongjrong Sea of Clouds

Nongjrong

Shillong Peak Sunrise

Sunrises & Clouds

Shillong Peak Sunrise

Shillong Peak

Mawlynnong Village

Villages & Culture

Mawlynnong Village

Mawlynnong

Mawphlang Sacred Forest

Villages & Culture

Mawphlang Sacred Forest

Mawphlang

Mawsmai Cave

Caves

Mawsmai Cave

Cherrapunji

Arwah Cave

Caves

Arwah Cave

Cherrapunji

Ward's Lake

City & Architecture

Ward's Lake

Shillong

Don Bosco Museum

City & Architecture

Don Bosco Museum

Shillong

Shnongpdeng Camping

Camping & Adventure

Shnongpdeng Camping

Shnongpdeng

Rainbow at Nohkalikai

Waterfalls

Rainbow at Nohkalikai

Cherrapunji

Pro Tips

Photography Tips for Meghalaya

Capture the magic of Meghalaya with these tips from Bah Markos, who has guided hundreds of photographers through these landscapes.

Golden Hour is King

The hour after sunrise and before sunset offers the most flattering light for landscapes.

Embrace the Mist

Meghalaya is famous for its mist and clouds. Don't wait for clear skies — mist adds drama.

Protect Your Gear

It rains frequently. Bring rain covers, lens cloths, and silica gel packets for your camera bag.

Wide Angle Wins

A 16-35mm lens is ideal for capturing the vastness of canyons, waterfalls, and landscapes.

Long Exposures

Use ND filters and tripods for silky waterfall shots and smooth cloud movement.

Bring a Headlamp

Essential for cave photography and early morning sunrise shoots at Nongjrong.

Must-Visit Locations

Best Photography Spots in Meghalaya

Meghalaya is a photographer\'s paradise. From the world\'s wettest places to crystal-clear rivers and ancient living bridges, every corner offers a frame-worthy moment. Here are the absolute must-shoot locations.

Nohkalikai Falls

Waterfall • Best: July–Sept

Dawki River

River • Best: Oct–April

Nongjrong Sunrise

Sunrise • Best: Oct–Feb

Double Decker Bridge

Architecture • Best: Oct–May

Laitlum Canyon

Landscape • Best: Year-round

Mawphlang Sacred Forest

Nature • Best: Misty mornings

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