Mawlynnong Village (Asia's cleanest village) Tourism

Village/Eco-tourism site4.0(351 reviews)

About Mawlynnong Village (Asia's cleanest village)

Mawlynnong Village, located in the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India, epitomizes communal harmony and demonstrates a high standard of cleanliness. Dubbed 'Asia's Cleanest Village', Mawlynnong is situated about 90 kilometers from Shillong and is known for its matrilineal society. The community works together to maintain the cleanliness of the village. Streets paved with stones and lined with flowers lead to houses made of bamboo, offering a picturesque and serene environment. The village also features a 100% literacy rate which directly contributes to the ecological awareness and maintenance of sanitation. The community's initiative to ban plastic and the imposition of fines for littering are a testament to its commitment to cleanliness. Mawlynnong offers a panoramic view of Bangladesh from the Sky View, an 85 feet high viewing tower made from bamboo. This village is a testament to the possibility of a sustainable and environmentally conscious lifestyle.

Opening and closing time of Mawlynnong Village (Asia's cleanest village)

Monday	24 hours
Tuesday	24 hours
Wednesday	24 hours
Thursday	24 hours
Friday	24 hours
Saturday	24 hours
Sunday	24 hours

Opening hours can change for special events or maintenance. Check with the local tourism office or the official website before you go.

Entry ticket price for Mawlynnong Village (Asia's cleanest village)

Adult	No entry fee
Child	No entry fee

Prices are subject to change; please check before visiting.

Tips when you are visiting Mawlynnong Village (Asia's cleanest village)

✓ First Aid
Carry basic first-aid kit for minor emergencies.
✓ Local Guides
Consider hiring a local guide for comprehensive cultural insights.
✓ Littering
Strictly refrain from littering and follow waste disposal guidelines.
✓ Plastic Use
Limit the use of plastic and carry your own reusable water bottles.
✓ Photography
Ask for permission before photographing locals.

Top 10 Reviews on Mawlynnong Village (Asia's cleanest village)

anandj778
2.0
Wrote on 27 Dec 2023
Overhype, not worth it
This is really a overhype place. The only reason we visited is that it is enroute from Dawki to Shillong with small detour. They charge Rs.100 as maintenance fee per car for a small area. Food there is homely but expensive as compare to quantity provided. They mention salad as part of thali but only provide 1 slice of cucumber and lemon as salad. I think the people don't understand that over exploitation will harm their interest in the long run. So avoid going there if one can.
amareshm2013
3.0
Wrote on 18 Nov 2023
Good but overrated!
They claim it is cleanest village of Asia. It is a lie. You can find much cleaner place in Sikkim. It is a blatant lie and they suck your wallet. Rs 200 just to enter the village. Believe me, nothing special awaits you there. Do not waste your money.
srijitg2018
1.0
Wrote on 9 Apr 2023
Nothing to praise about.
Perfect waste of time and money combined included with free body ache. Thankfully there's a Root bridge just few minutes away from this village which is the saving grace. The village has no authenticity all seems well staged and more people end up looking for food in this village rather than looking around the village. Most of the houses are now converted to Homestay to bring in more guests and make fool out of more people. Avoid this place even if your driver forces just to generate more money from you.
renukannair_
3.0
Wrote on 6 Apr 2023
Visitor unfriendly Village, fairly clean
Walk around, expect no communication from villagers ...and the visitors toilet has no water... Obviously not interested in anything but in selling to tourists.
Varac19
2.0
Wrote on 4 Apr 2023
overhyped location
Not worth the visit unless you've enough time to kill...... It's just like a commercial community row houses and nothing great.... paying to get access to the village is definitely not worth. Highly disappointed. People are just money minded here everything is overpriced as well
anandj778
2.0
Wrote on 27 Dec 2023
Overhype, not worth it
This is really a overhype place. The only reason we visited is that it is enroute from Dawki to Shillong with small detour. They charge Rs.100 as maintenance fee per car for a small area. Food there is homely but expensive as compare to quantity provided. They mention salad as part of thali but only provide 1 slice of cucumber and lemon as salad. I think the people don't understand that over exploitation will harm their interest in the long run. So avoid going there if one can.
amareshm2013
3.0
Wrote on 18 Nov 2023
Good but overrated!
They claim it is cleanest village of Asia. It is a lie. You can find much cleaner place in Sikkim. It is a blatant lie and they suck your wallet. Rs 200 just to enter the village. Believe me, nothing special awaits you there. Do not waste your money.
srijitg2018
1.0
Wrote on 9 Apr 2023
Nothing to praise about.
Perfect waste of time and money combined included with free body ache. Thankfully there's a Root bridge just few minutes away from this village which is the saving grace. The village has no authenticity all seems well staged and more people end up looking for food in this village rather than looking around the village. Most of the houses are now converted to Homestay to bring in more guests and make fool out of more people. Avoid this place even if your driver forces just to generate more money from you.
renukannair_
3.0
Wrote on 6 Apr 2023
Visitor unfriendly Village, fairly clean
Walk around, expect no communication from villagers ...and the visitors toilet has no water... Obviously not interested in anything but in selling to tourists.
Varac19
2.0
Wrote on 4 Apr 2023
overhyped location
Not worth the visit unless you've enough time to kill...... It's just like a commercial community row houses and nothing great.... paying to get access to the village is definitely not worth. Highly disappointed. People are just money minded here everything is overpriced as well

Other Places to Visit in Mawlynnong

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Natural Attraction

Living Root Bridge

4.5(253 reviews)

Natural landmark

Balancing Rock

Outdoor Observation Deck

Sky Walk Mawlynnong

Waterfall/Natural attraction

Mawlynnong Waterfall

4.5(173 reviews)

Church

Church of the Epiphany

Bangladesh Viewpoint

Riwai Root Bridge

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Cherrapunjee

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Tura

Jowai

Baghmara

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Mawsynram

Nature spot

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About Mawlynnong Village (Asia's cleanest village)

Opening and closing time of Mawlynnong Village (Asia's cleanest village)

Monday	24 hours
Tuesday	24 hours
Wednesday	24 hours
Thursday	24 hours
Friday	24 hours
Saturday	24 hours
Sunday	24 hours

Opening hours can change for special events or maintenance. Check with the local tourism office or the official website before you go.

Entry ticket price for Mawlynnong Village (Asia's cleanest village)

Adult	No entry fee
Child	No entry fee

Prices are subject to change; please check before visiting.

Tips when you are visiting Mawlynnong Village (Asia's cleanest village)

✓ First Aid
Carry basic first-aid kit for minor emergencies.
✓ Local Guides
Consider hiring a local guide for comprehensive cultural insights.
✓ Littering
Strictly refrain from littering and follow waste disposal guidelines.
✓ Plastic Use
Limit the use of plastic and carry your own reusable water bottles.
✓ Photography
Ask for permission before photographing locals.

Top 10 Reviews on Mawlynnong Village (Asia's cleanest village)

anandj778
2.0
Wrote on 27 Dec 2023
Overhype, not worth it
This is really a overhype place. The only reason we visited is that it is enroute from Dawki to Shillong with small detour. They charge Rs.100 as maintenance fee per car for a small area. Food there is homely but expensive as compare to quantity provided. They mention salad as part of thali but only provide 1 slice of cucumber and lemon as salad. I think the people don't understand that over exploitation will harm their interest in the long run. So avoid going there if one can.
amareshm2013
3.0
Wrote on 18 Nov 2023
Good but overrated!
They claim it is cleanest village of Asia. It is a lie. You can find much cleaner place in Sikkim. It is a blatant lie and they suck your wallet. Rs 200 just to enter the village. Believe me, nothing special awaits you there. Do not waste your money.
srijitg2018
1.0
Wrote on 9 Apr 2023
Nothing to praise about.
Perfect waste of time and money combined included with free body ache. Thankfully there's a Root bridge just few minutes away from this village which is the saving grace. The village has no authenticity all seems well staged and more people end up looking for food in this village rather than looking around the village. Most of the houses are now converted to Homestay to bring in more guests and make fool out of more people. Avoid this place even if your driver forces just to generate more money from you.
renukannair_
3.0
Wrote on 6 Apr 2023
Visitor unfriendly Village, fairly clean
Walk around, expect no communication from villagers ...and the visitors toilet has no water... Obviously not interested in anything but in selling to tourists.
Varac19
2.0
Wrote on 4 Apr 2023
overhyped location
Not worth the visit unless you've enough time to kill...... It's just like a commercial community row houses and nothing great.... paying to get access to the village is definitely not worth. Highly disappointed. People are just money minded here everything is overpriced as well
anandj778
2.0
Wrote on 27 Dec 2023
Overhype, not worth it
This is really a overhype place. The only reason we visited is that it is enroute from Dawki to Shillong with small detour. They charge Rs.100 as maintenance fee per car for a small area. Food there is homely but expensive as compare to quantity provided. They mention salad as part of thali but only provide 1 slice of cucumber and lemon as salad. I think the people don't understand that over exploitation will harm their interest in the long run. So avoid going there if one can.
amareshm2013
3.0
Wrote on 18 Nov 2023
Good but overrated!
They claim it is cleanest village of Asia. It is a lie. You can find much cleaner place in Sikkim. It is a blatant lie and they suck your wallet. Rs 200 just to enter the village. Believe me, nothing special awaits you there. Do not waste your money.
srijitg2018
1.0
Wrote on 9 Apr 2023
Nothing to praise about.
Perfect waste of time and money combined included with free body ache. Thankfully there's a Root bridge just few minutes away from this village which is the saving grace. The village has no authenticity all seems well staged and more people end up looking for food in this village rather than looking around the village. Most of the houses are now converted to Homestay to bring in more guests and make fool out of more people. Avoid this place even if your driver forces just to generate more money from you.
renukannair_
3.0
Wrote on 6 Apr 2023
Visitor unfriendly Village, fairly clean
Walk around, expect no communication from villagers ...and the visitors toilet has no water... Obviously not interested in anything but in selling to tourists.
Varac19
2.0
Wrote on 4 Apr 2023
overhyped location
Not worth the visit unless you've enough time to kill...... It's just like a commercial community row houses and nothing great.... paying to get access to the village is definitely not worth. Highly disappointed. People are just money minded here everything is overpriced as well