Pilgrimage to U Lum Sohpetbneng

SHILLONG: The annual pilgrimage to U Lum Sohpetbneng was held on Sunday which was attended by thousands of people from the indigenous faith to offer obeisance to God.
Prayers and rituals were offered. The faithful trekked to the hilltop where they believe once lay the golden stairs (Jingkieng Ksiar) that connects heaven and earth.
On the same day, there were traditional dances such as the Laho dance from Jaintia Hills and Shad Mastieh from Khasi Hills.