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Lumshnong
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Lumshnong

Lumshnong, Meghalaya, India

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Overview

A Jaintia Hills village amid limestone country, the base for exploring Umlawan and other long caves near the Assam border.

Why visit: A gateway into the Jaintia Hills' famous cave systems.

Things to do
  • ›Cave gateway
  • ›Limestone country
  • ›Village walks
  • ›Umlawan Cave
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Travel Information

Best time

Nov–Mar

Entry fee

Free

Est. budget

₹150–400

Duration

Half day

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