Shillong

Shillong has rewarded with the beauty of nature and boasts with lots of tourist loving destinations. Shillong is the capital of Meghalaya and it is also known as “Scotland of the East” among the travel enthusiasts globally. The reason being it is known as Scotland of the East is the similarity between Shillong and Scotland in terms of landscapes, natural beauty, and lakes of both places that have a stunning resemblance, etc.

Shillong the capital of Meghalaya, is the home to numerous waterfalls, the exciting mountain peaks, crystal clear lakes, breathtakingly beautiful golf courses, museums, and zoo. Apart from natural beauty, Shillong is famous for heavy rainfalls, enchanting lakes, amazing people and culture. Shillong celebrates every day through its westernized culture, music, and jovial people. Moreover, Shillong is also considered as the music capital of the country, as many renowned musicians come from this place. Hence music has a very significant role in the lifestyle of the people of Shillong. Various music events keep taking place throughout the year, making Shillong a very happening and entertaining place.

The best time to visit Shillong is from September to May as the weather is very pleasant with the temperature to lie between somewhere 24 degrees Celsius to 15 degrees Celsius. The rain is very common in Shillong but it is relatively less during this time (September-May) than monsoon. Most of the events and travel activities are on their high at this time of the year and making Shillong is best to visit. Whereas monsoon causes heavy rainfall in the region and making travel plans a little tricky due to frequent heavy pour at any time of the day.

Shillong is a place with some of the best destinations of tourists’ interest. The best places to visit in Shillong include places like Mawlynnong Village, Umiam Lake, Elephant Falls, Shillong Peak, Don Bosco Museum, Mawsynram, Ward’s Lake, David Scott Trail, Lady Hydari Park, Sweet Falls, Jaintia Hills, Garo Hills, Laitlum Canyons, All Saints Church, Police Bazaar, Air Force Museum, Butterfly Museum, and the list comprises some more destinations as well.

All the best places to visit in Shillong offer a variety of things to do in Shillong. So, the activities and the best things that you can enjoy during your trip to Shillong include boating in Umiam Lake, angling at Dawki, trekking in the calm and compose trails, horse riding, waterfall hopping, camping, visiting Asia’s cleanest village, exploring the caves, Golfing, Rock Climbing, enjoying music and nightlife at Shillong, leisure walks along the various lakes and shopping at Police Bazaar.

Now, after knowing all these facts about this amazing destination, the question that must be prompting in readers' minds is-how to reach Shillong? Well, the place is easily accessible via road and rail. The nearest major railway station is Guwahati which is some 100 km away from Shillong city center and one can easily travel to Shillong from Guwahati by road with the help of cabs and taxis. Apart from this, one can also opt for the interstate buses that run between Guwahati and Shillong for economic travel.

Shillong Airport has very limited connectivity with few flights flying to Shillong from other major cities of the country and overseas. Though, the nearest major airport to Shillong is in Guwahati, Assam. From there you have to make a road journey in order to reach Shillong. NH40 is the main highway that connects Shillong to the rest of the cities in India and NH44 connects Shillong by the rest of the North-East.

Shillong is mainly a nature paradise flourished with rich culture but still, the people here also love to stroll through the markets in the city and go shopping in Shillong. The main markets in Shillong are Lewduh Market and Police Bazaar. These markets are crammed with tribal products mainly made up of bamboo and wood. Apart from local products, markets are also filled with a good number of shops for fashion freaks. Shopaholics can quench their thirst and strong urge of shopping here in these markets by purchasing some hand-woven shawls, trendy headgears, and a Khasi dress for women.

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Shillong is rewarded with the breathtaking natural beauty of hills, greenery, waterfalls, lakes, and many more natural wonder. People here also very friendly and open-minded, who celebrate each day with the same zeal by showcasing their culture and music.