Caves in Jaintia Hills:
Krem Um- Lawan:
A beautiful cave of the Eocone Age with an upper fossil passage and a lower active passage, it has numerous cataracts and waterfalls. It is the Longest (6381 m) and deepest (106.8) cave in the sub- continent.
Krem Kotsati :
This cave has 8 entrances with a main entrance through a deep pool. Portions of the beautiful river passage have to be traverse by swimming or by using inflatable rubber boat. Length: 3650 m.
Krem Umshangtat :
The entrance passage of 350 meters offers a comfortable stroll on moist sand. Length: 955 m.
Krem Lashinng: Length: 2650 m.
Krem Sweep:
It has beautiful stalactites and stalamites. Length: 970 m.
Caves in South Garo Hills:
Siju Caves :
Famous limestone cave, located near Naphtak lake and Simsang Game Reserve. The formation of stalagmites and stalactites in these caves resemble those of the Blue Grotto in the Isle of Capri. It is the most researched cave in India . Length: 4772 m.
Tetengkol Balwakol :
The small and insignificant circular entrance of 1 m diameter hides a large cave of 5334 m long which is the 2nd longest in the Indian Sub- continent.
Dobhakol Chibe Nala :
Well hidden by a large rock. Length: 1978 m.
Bok Bak Dobhakol :
A rather complex cave, which would seem to be an intermittently active river sink. Length: 1051 m.
Sports In Meghalaya:
Water Sports :
The Umiam Lake situated a few kilometres away down Shillong-Guwahati Road ( National Highway ) is an ideal location for water sports. The lake is surrounded by sylvan hills and virgin skies that create the atmosphere for some boating. Water Sports facilities are available here. The resort has row-boats, paddle-boats, cruise-boats, sailing-boats, water scooters, speed-boats and a upto date motel with restaurant and conferencing facilities.
The motel has semi independent cottages all with fabulous views overlooking the lake. Umiam is also an angler's paradise. Have the patience to snare a big catch at Umiam. In fact, some fish have been sighted with physical proportions as big as that of a Ford Escort. Archery is another game of precision popular in Meghalaya. It is interesting to note that the only government sanctioned gambling is in this state and is organised around archery activities. It is known as 'Teer'.
Golf
Meghalaya houses the 18 hole Shillong Golf Course finds mention in International Directories of Golf Courses of stature. It is surrounded from all sides by tall and elegant whispering Pines at an altitude of 4750 ft above sea level.
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