Ri Kynjai, meaning “Serenity by the Lake” in Khasi, is a lakeside resort overlooking the picturesque Umiam Lake, just 18 km from Shillong. True to its name, Serenity by the Lake, the resort blends natural beauty with cultural heritage. Its architecture is inspired by traditional Khasi thatch huts, designed with upturned boat roofs—an ancient form believed to reflect the seafaring past of the Khasi people. These aerodynamic roofs, perfectly suited for the heavy monsoons and strong winds of the Cherrapunjee–Mawsynram belt, echo both resilience and tradition.