Languages like Garo, Khasi & Jaintia are locally spoken while English is the state language of the state. Several

The world-famous ‘Pomblang-Nongkrem‘ is the festival of the state, which showcases the local and unique qualities of the region and is celebrated for five days. Many mysterious caves in the region can give some erotic and exotic feel, like the Mawsmai caves adds to the thrill and excitement and lures the individual to visit the place. It is also the world's largest caves The other topographical features of the land are mountain peaks, gardens, lakes, resorts and hotels, Vegetation, Waterfalls, scenic beauty sites, beautiful locations, hot water fountains, and more of what one can dream of. 70% of the land of the state is forested. Thus adding to the deep and thick covers of the same. Shillong, Umiam Lake, Cherrapunji, Mawsynram, Zakriyam, Myrang, Jowai, Nartiang, Thadalashin, Tura, Seju and Balpakram National Park are some of the must-visit places in the state.

Shillong has the largest traditional market of the Northeast, namely the Ewduh Bara Bazar. To learn the art and craft, cultural practises and traditional values of the region one must visit this Bazar to know more.

Religion composition in Meghalaya is Hindu 11.53%, Muslim 4.40%, Christan 74.59%, Sikh 0.10%, Buddhist 0.33%, Jain 0.02% and Other Religious 8.71% as per the census data of 2011.

For women, the traditional wear is Jainsen, while men wear a loincloth. The traditional attire of the population is divided and segregated according to their tribal community and the region of residence. Khasi Tribe, men have a long cloth around the waist usually loose and unstitched.

Shad Suk Mynsiem, Behdienkhlam, Shad Nongkrem, Wangala Festival, Derogata, Laho, Shad Sukra are the famous dance forms of the region. The important musical instruments used to create music are drums, duitara, guitar, flute, pipe and cymbals. Some festivals are devoted to the agricultural sector in respect of the lord of fertility and land like the Wangala.

"Jadoh" is a popular dish from the land. Nakham Bitchi is a special soup variety of the region. The “Pumaloi” and Bamboo Shoots are also prevalent in the state.

Wildlife Sanctuary are,

• Balphakram National Park
• Nokrek National Park
• Baghmara Reserve Forest
• Siju Bird Sanctuary
• Nongkhyllem Wildlife Sanctuary
• Garo Hills Elephant Reserve
• Narpuh Wildlife Sanctuary

Pilgrimages and tourist destinations are,

• Nartiang Durga Temple
• Mary Help Of Christians Cathedral
• Madina Mosque
• Mawjymbuin Cave Temple
• Kamakhya Temple

There are several craft styles found in Meghalaya and the significant ones are cane and bamboo work, artistic weaving and wood carving. Wood-crafts are not transacted for trade. They are just practised to sustain the art and culture and to decorate an auspicious day.

Meghalaya is a continuous farming state, engaging about eighty per cent of the population. The rains of the area provide the required natural factors and water to the lands. The State has huge potential for developing farming, plantation and other agro-climatic variations, which provide a lot of scope for the cultivation of temperate, subtropical and tropical fruits and vegetables. The state has achieved success within the cultivation of non-traditional crops like tea, cashew nuts, oilseeds, tomato, mushroom, wheat, etc.

Minerals

Meghalaya, with abundant deposits of coal, limestone, kaolin spar, quartz, granite, industrial clay and uranium, and a small deposit base of sillimanite, bauxite, base metals and apatite contains great industrial potential.

Tourism

With the lifting of the Restricted area permit, the State is presently gearing itself to provide infrastructure facilities to support the increasing traffic from foreign and domestic tourists destinations.

Silk Production

Meghalaya has the perfect environment for the development of a prime quality silk business. This can be potential if there are appropriate interventions at all stages of production and marketing, with knowledge and education. Some requirements are to increase the land under plantation and create schemes and plans to support quality over quantity and promulgation of scientific strategies of silkworm rearing.

Other Non-Traditional Industry

Building on natural abilities would facilitate the state, and thus an extension of the same can reap many benefits. For example, the state is well-known for its musical talent, and Shillong hosts a Bob Dylan competition which generates the talent pool of the area. Fashion and textiles is another area where the state might develop a comparative advantage by fitting a decent coaching institute among the state. Another business or service is IT and IT-enabled services, which may attract much youth who presently add different metropolises during a similar field.

Sericulture

Sericulture & Weaving are the two traditional rural-based cottage industries practised by the people since time immemorial. These enterprises directly support the weaker section of the society.

Handicrafts

The expensive yet mind-blowing tradition of collective art and craft style makes it a huge business opportunity in the form of handicrafts. The demand for such exquisite products is always growing, the only requirement is to find the right audiences for the same. They practice their art on cane and cloth.

Agro and Horticulture based Industry

An area with great investment potential is food processing. The state produces a range of fruit, vegetables, and alternative agro-based products that may be processed, packaged and transported in varied forms to alternative parts of the country.

Handlooms and Silk Weaving

Weaving ancient shawls and textiles is a household occupation of most women within the state, and ontinues in most rural homes. Around ninety per cent of all weavers of the state are women. Meghalaya’s weaving tradition is based on wonderful ability, skills, passion and workmanship.