Holiday Destination: Shillong

Shillong, the capital of Meghalaya, is a hill town, situated in the northeastern part of India. One of the most motor-able hill stations a stay at Shillong does not require as much mandatory walking as in other places. Adequate facilities, scenic beauty, cheerful people, clouds and tall pines, mountains, valleys, meadows and an excellent golf course make Shillong a great destination. Shillong is the best place to be. Popularly referred to as the Scotland of the east, Shillong is located in the north eastern state of Meghalaya. This abode of clouds is resided by local tribes like Khasi, Jaintia and Garo.

Climate

Summer: 24°C (Max) - 15°C (Min) In winter: 12.2°C (Max) - 4°C (Min)

Tourist Season

October-November and March-April

Accommodation

Hotel, Bungalows and Private Cottages are available which suit all budgets

General Information Of Shillong

TArea: 1,525 mts, Population: 260,520,Temperature:15°C to 24°C in summer,4°C to 16°C in winter,Clothing: ,Summer cottons with light woolens,Winter Heavy woolens

Tourist Attraction in or Near by Shillong

Shillong Peak:

This peak rises to 1960 m. It is referred as the 'Abode of the Gods' and offers excellent views.

Ward Lake

In the heart of the city is Ward Lake, an artificial lake , There is an arrangement for Joy ride in lake. The Botanical Garden and the Governor House shaded by pine trees are added attraction of the Ward lake.

They have a good display of mounted butterflies and beetles from India and abroad. The State Museum, sadly a bit sketchy offers displays on different aspects of Khasi lifestyle. .

Elephant Falls

The city the mountain stream descends through two successive falls set . These are beautiful sights especially in the rainy season and are favorite picnic spots among the locals. .

Sweet Falls

Situated near Happy Valley, most suitable for a day's outing and picnic. Explore it.

Spread Eagle Falls

A soothing setting amidst the calmness of nature - a treat to the eyes.

Lady Hydari Park

A popular charming tourist draw, the adjacent mini zoo is an added attraction.

Cherrapunjee

It is amazing to see this place which looks so dry on a sunny day and in the monsoons, the water comes in torrents and in a matter of minutes it falls on the cliffs and is absorbed in the gorges and the plains below. This place once held the record as the wettest place on earth according to the Guiness Book of Records and has an annual rainfall of nearly 11000 mm, but this record has now been broken by Mawsynram.

Accessibility

Road

National Highway number 40 an all-weather road connects Shillong with Guwahati. The State Transport buses and the private transport operators operate and offer services to the various places in Meghalaya and the neighboring states from Shillong

Nearest Airport

Guwahati's Borjhar Airport is the nearest international airport at a distance of 128 kilometers from Shillong.

By Rail

Shillong is connected by rail with the rest of the country through the railhead of Guwahati at a distance of 103 kilometers from Shillong. .