Iawpaw Plateau

Iawpaw Plateau is a vast grassland plateau located at Nongnah village in West Khasi Hills, Meghalaya. Situated near Nongstoin, it is known for its expansive meadows, rolling hills and panoramic views of the surrounding valleys and Khasi Hills landscape. The plateau is a popular natural attraction for sightseeing, photography, camping and leisure outings, offering an open, tranquil environment typical of Meghalaya's highland terrain.

Visitors can expect a wide, open grassland plateau with gentle undulations, surrounded by hills and valleys. The area offers unobstructed panoramic views, especially at sunrise and sunset, with opportunities for walking across the meadows, photography, picnicking and camping in designated areas. There are no major built structures on the plateau itself; the setting is natural and rural, with nearby village settlements and seasonal grazing. Basic access is via unpaved tracks across the grassland.