Mawphlang sacred grove
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An ancient forest near Shillong protected for generations by Khasi custom, where nothing may be taken out of the grove.
Sacred groveMawphlang, East Khasi Hills districtBest time to visit: October to May
Highlights
- Old-growth forest with orchids, ferns, mosses and medicinal plants
- Monoliths and ritual sites used in Khasi ceremonies
- Guided walks with local guides who explain the customs
Significance
Khasi tradition holds that the grove is protected by a deity and that taking even a leaf or twig out of it is forbidden. Such sacred groves show how community belief can conserve forests.