Shillong Travel Guide

Shillong, the capital of Meghalaya, is a charming hill town located in northeastern India. This Shillong travel guide highlights the top attractions and places to visit in the area, including the breathtaking waterfalls, lakes, and caves. Shillong is situated at an elevation of 1496 m above sea level, Shillong offers a feast for the senses with its stunning natural beauty. Known as the "Scotland of the East" during British rule, it is a popular hill-station that attracts visitors from around the world. Shillong Meghalaya tourism offers a perfect blend of natural beauty, adventure, and cultural experiences to visitors."

According to mythology, the Khasis settled in the Khasi hills after walking for twelve years, which they called 'Khat-ar Snem Lynti'. There is nothing that can replace the experience of exploring a city on foot, and Shillong's hilly terrain only adds to the charm of walking.

Walk down the narrow lanes & stripe walkway with trees and pavements and coffee shops around. A great place to hangout and reach by foot is the beautiful Lady Hydari Park, which houses a small zoo and colourful flowers and orchids is a pleasant experience. It was while walking that you will notice, beautiful woman's wearing colourful traditional dress known as 'Jensen' selling traditional art & craft, seasonal fruits, koi and other local items, dominance of Maruti 800 on the roads & little ice cream parlours everywhere.

Where to eat

Shillong also has lots of great place for snacks and evening meals. If you are a food lover you don't want to miss the top eateries in Shillong where you can test some delicious food like sizzler to Jadoh(a traditional Khasi meal). Some best food joints in Shillong are Bamboo Hut, Lamee, Barbeque, Kim-Pou, Jiva Sizzler etc.

If you’re into light delights and snacks, then considering Bread Café, Dylan’s Café, Shillong Café, ML05 Café all located in different areas of Shillong and more will brew you some very good Coffee, Mocktails, Mojito ’s etc. Please check A Foodie’s Guide to Eating in Shillong to know more.

Shopping

In Shillong, Police bazar is the best markets where you can find varieties of items like traditional cane and bamboo made items to modern shoes and western clothes. Shop till you delight and return back with a great souvenirs to take back home. Bara Bazar in the heart of the city is another interesting place to roam around. Some of the items that you can shop for are hand-woven shawls, varieties of fruits, bamboo handicrafts and black mushrooms.

Best Places to visit in Shillong are:

Shillong, the capital of Meghalaya, is home to many tourist places. Few best attraction in Shillong are:

• Shillong Peak
• Barapani lake
• Sohpetbneng Peak
• Botanical Garden
• Lady Hydari Park
• Ward's lake
• Umiam Lake
• Donbosco Museum
• Shillong Golf Course
• Cathedral of Mary Help of Christian
• Laitlum Canyons
• Smit Village

Best waterfalls in Shillong are:

• Bishop and Beadon Falls
• Elephant Falls
• Spread Eagle Falls
• Sweet Falls
• Crinoline Falls
• Nohkalikai Falls