Meghalaya is a small state sandwiched between Assam and Bangladesh. It has an area of 22,429 sq. kms. and is located between 25 degree and 26.15 degree North (Latitude) and 89.45 degree and 92.47 degree East (Longitude). The State is divided into three hilly regions - the Garo Hills (Western Meghalaya), the Khasi Hills (Central Meghalaya) and the Jaintia Hills (Eastern Meghalaya).  

The state of Meghalaya is directly influenced by the southwestern monsoon that originates in the Bay of Bengal. The monsoon begins in May and continues until October. Mawsynram in East Khasi Hills district has one of the heaviest rainfalls in the world with a July average of 959 cms. The climate from November to April is almost dry. Winter begins in December and lasts until February.

The principal languages in Meghalaya are Khasi, Garo and English. However, the state language is English
 

Shillong, the capital of the state which lies at a height of 1,496 mtrs. above sea level. En route you will pass first the halfway mandatory stop at Nongpoh, where you can savour a cup of tea while watching the flow of traffic. Pretty women behind small stalls sell pineapples and bananas, honey and pickles in bottles.  17 kms. before Shillong is Umiam, also known as Barapani where a large lake was formed after a hydro-electric dam was built across a stream. In recent years, this has become an increasingly popular place for outings and weekend visits. The Orchid Lake Resort, designed by the famous architect Charles Correa, and constructed amongst pine wood overlooks the lake. Flurries of rain often sweep across the water body, scattering visitors, and splash loudly on the large bay windows of the lounge. There are facilities for water sports here: from kayaking and water skiing for the adventurous to water cycling and simple boating for the less brave. The Orchid Lake Resort, run by the Meghalaya Tourism Department, has pleasantly-appointed rooms with balconies, a restaurant and bar.

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