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🗿 The mysterious monoliths of Meghalaya
Ancient standing stones of the Khasi people


🕐 2 min read · Updated 2 Apr 2026 at 03:06
📋 Fast Facts
  • Located in Nartiang, Meghalaya, northeastern India
  • Hundreds of standing stones, some reaching 8 meters in height
  • Erected by the Khasi people over many centuries
  • Purpose and exact dating remain subjects of archaeological debate

The monoliths of Nartiang stand as one of India's most enigmatic archaeological sites. Scattered across the landscape in Meghalaya's East Khasi Hills district, these striking vertical stones have intrigued researchers and visitors for generations. Their origins remain partially obscured by time and limited written historical records, though they represent a significant cultural tradition of the Khasi people ...

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