Why is it forbidden to take anything from this sacred forest in Meghalaya?
Meghalaya's Mawphlang Sacred Grove, a living testament to conservation, thrives on ancient Khasi beliefs, forbidding visitors from taking anything. This untouched forest, a natural archive of Meghalaya's original flora, has remained protected for centuries by community taboos, not laws. Its cultural significance is amplified by ancient monoliths, making it a vibrant, continuously used site.
Meghalaya's Mawphlang Sacred Grove, a living testament to conservation, thrives on ancient Khasi beliefs, forbidding visitors from taking anything. This untouched forest, a natural archive of Meghalaya's original flora, has remained protected for centuries by community taboos, not laws. Its cultural significance is amplified by ancient monoliths, making it a vibrant, continuously used site.
