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Near Mairang, Eastern West Khasi Hills, Meghalaya

Kyllang Rock

Kyllang Rock is a huge granite dome rising out of the hills near Mairang, about 59 km from Shillong, tied to a Khasi legend of a battle between two hills. You can walk up it for views over the West Khasi Hills.

Updated 28 October 2026

Where
Near Mairang, Eastern West Khasi Hills district
Altitude
About 1,650 m
Distance
About 59 km from Shillong; 14 km from Mairang
Timings
Daylight
Entry fee
Free
Permit
Not needed for Indian citizens
Best time
October–April
Time needed
2 hours

Kyllang Rock (Lum Kyllang) is a massive dome of granite in the West Khasi Hills, about a thousand feet across at its widest according to Meghalaya Tourism. It rises out of rolling grassland near Mairang, and from the top you can see far across the hills. Few tourists come, so you'll probably have it to yourself.

The legend of Kyllang and Symper

In Khasi tradition, Kyllang and Symper were two gods, or two hills, who fought a great battle, hurling rocks and mud at each other. In the most common telling, Symper won and Kyllang was driven west to where it stands now. Another popular belief is that a magnetic pull stops people from falling off the steep side; it's folklore, so don't test it.

What to do

  • Walk up the dome from the easier side: it's a scramble on bare rock, not a trail.
  • Look out over the West Khasi Hills.
  • Picnic on the grassland around the base.

How to reach Kyllang Rock

Take the Shillong–Mairang road west. Meghalaya Tourism puts Kyllang at 59 km from Shillong and 14 km from Mairang.

FromRoad distanceUsual drive time
Shillong (Police Bazar)about 59 km1.5–2 hrs
Mairangabout 14 km30 min
Guwahati Airportabout 170–180 km4–4.5 hrs

Distances from Meghalaya Tourism and our drivers; the rock isn't precisely mapped online.

Best time to visit

October to April. The rock is dangerous when wet, so avoid the monsoon and any day after rain.

Things most guides don't tell you

  • Bare granite is slippery even when it looks dry. Wear shoes with real grip.
  • No shade, no shops. Carry water and a hat.
  • Combine it with Mawphlang Sacred Forest for a West Khasi Hills day.

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Kyllang Rock: questions travellers ask

Where is Kyllang Rock?

Near Mairang in the Eastern West Khasi Hills district, about 59 km from Shillong.

What is the legend of Kyllang Rock?

Khasi tradition tells of a battle between Kyllang and Symper, two gods or hills, after which Kyllang was driven west.

Can you climb Kyllang Rock?

Yes, from the easier side, but it's a scramble on bare granite. Avoid it when wet.

Is there an entry fee for Kyllang Rock?

No.

What is the best time to visit Kyllang Rock?

October to April, on dry days.

How far is Kyllang Rock from Mairang?

About 14 km.

Sources

Timings and fees change. Check on the day, or ask us when you book.

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