Shillong: Meghalaya is set to bolster its tourism offerings with the development of a ‘rain museum’ at Mawsynram, one of the wettest places on Earth. Additionally, an experiential resort showcasing the “Meghalayan Age”—the current geological age of the Earth—is planned for Mawmluh, tourism minister Paul Lyngdoh told reporters on recently.Lyngdoh said both the projects had already received sanctions, while tenders have been awarded. The estimated cost for the rain museum is Rs 35 crore. “Work on the rain museum is expected to begin post-monsoon, with tenders already floated,” Lyngdoh said. The minister underscored that these initiatives demonstrate the govt’s commitment to converting Meghalaya’s natural beauty into tangible experiences, moving beyond theoretical discussions.
