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Located in Meghalaya, Mawlynnong is globally recognised for its sustainable lifestyle, community-led cleanliness and eco-conscious tourism model.
Mawlynnong was declared Asia’s cleanest village by Discover India in 2003, placing this Khasi village on the global eco-tourism map.
Stone walkways lined with flowering plants, bamboo fences and spotless courtyards turn the entire village into a living, walkable garden.
A 80-feet-high bamboo tower built by locals offers panoramic views of the Bangladesh plains, drawing visitors seeking natural beauty.
The village follows a matrilineal system where women inherit property, preserving age-old Khasi traditions while leading household and social life.
Nearby Riwai hosts a natural-root bridge grown over decades, a fusion of botany and tradition that's unique to Meghalaya’s rainforest ecology.
Locals manage homestays and walking tours, ensuring tourism benefits are shared and cultural values remain protected.
Locals grow betel nut, bay leaf and pineapple using traditional methods, promoting food security while preserving soil health.
Mawlynnong teaches that harmony with nature, shared responsibility and pride in one's land can quietly build something globally admired.
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