Mawlynnong: Asia's Cleanest Village

About This Place

Mawlynnong is a village in the East Khasi Hills district of the Meghalaya state, India.It is famous for its cleanliness and natural attraction. Mawlynnong was awarded the prestigious tag of 'Cleanest Village in Asia' in 2003 by Discover India Magazine.

Mawlynnong is known for its cleanliness.The waste is collected in the dustbins made of bamboo, directed to a pit and then used as manure. A community initiative mandates that all residents should participate in cleaning up the village. Smoking and use of polythene is banned while rainwater harvesting is encouraged.
The travel magazine Discover India declared the village as the cleanest in Asia in 2003, and the cleanest in India in 2005.

Location

Meghalaya

Best Time to Visit

Throughout the year.

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Best Access

Airport : Shillong
Railway station : Guwahati
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Commonly Visited From

Shillong

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