Garden of Caves (Ka Bri Ki Synrang)

Garden of Caves, locally known as Ka Bri Ki Synrang, is a community-managed natural attraction in Laitmawsiang village, East Khasi Hills, Meghalaya, about 10 km from Sohra (Cherrapunji). The site features a cluster of small natural caves, waterfalls, streams, and unusual rock formations set within a landscaped gorge with bamboo bridges and pathways. Developed to showcase the region's karst landscape, it offers accessible cave exploration and scenic viewpoints in a compact area.

Visitors can expect a compact, landscaped gorge with 7 small natural caves interconnected by bamboo bridges, stone pathways and staircases. The site includes seasonal waterfalls, streams, pools, and distinctive rock formations including a heart-shaped rock. Caves are shallow and illuminated by natural light, suitable for short walks and exploration. The surroundings are lush and green with viewpoints, photo spots and small resting areas managed by the local community.

Garden of Caves is a natural karst landscape with no built historical monument; it was developed as a community-based eco-tourism initiative by residents of Laitmawsiang village to make the natural caves, waterfalls and rock formations accessible to visitors.

Known in Khasi as Ka Bri Ki Synrang, meaning Garden of Caves, the site is managed by the local Khasi community and reflects community-based tourism in Meghalaya, showcasing the natural heritage and landscape valued in local culture.