Shillong, also refer as the “Scotland of the East”, situated at an altitude of 4,908 feet. Shillong a beautiful city in northeast encircled by pine trees is known for its picturesque sights, and traditions. The relax able climate makes Shillong suitable to visit in all seasons. Shillong, the capital of Meghalaya, is the consists of numerous waterfalls. The exciting mountain peaks, crystal clear lakes, breathtakingly beautiful golf courses, museums, and the zoo are the key reasons why people visit Shillong. Besides its natural beauty, Shillong also acts as a starting point for Meghalaya, the state famous for plenty rainfalls, caves, numerous waterfalls, beautiful landscapes and amazing people and culture. Shillong is also famous for the music, as many talented musicians have risen from this place. Many music events keep happening throughout the year, making it a very fruitful place. This city is a perfect blend of old charm and fresh essence, this bliss of solitude carries a number of things like falls, parks, peaks, landscapes, and museums to keep a traveler’s head tossing in sprightly dance. With many mesmerizing places to visit in Shillong, this alluring tourist destination will make you forget to shut off your cam. With many breathtaking spot Shillong tour will definitely create an everlasting memory in your mind. Below listed are some must have Places to visit in Shillong by AMAZEMYTRIP if one is going for a Shillong Tour Package.
Places to visit in Shillong
1. Umiam Lake:
Umiam Lake also known as “Bara Pani” or Big Water is one of the most popular places to visit in Shillong. Umiam Lake is a man-made reservoir is located at a distance of 15 km north of Shillong in the state of Meghalaya. Umiam Lake offers various water sports activities like kayaking, water cycling, boating and scooting. Tourists can also enjoy riding row boats, paddle boats, sailing boats, cruise boats and speed boats as well in nominal rates. The lake opens daily for various water sport activities between 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. However, its panoramic sights can be enjoyed anytime.
2. Air Force Museum:
An attraction for both adults as well as children, Air Force Museum is a great places to visit in Shillong. One can get knowledge about the country’s defence forces, mainly the Indian Air Force, brave flying warriors and defence history. It is a must-visit attraction in Shillong because of all the photographs it contains. The visitors can also see Python’s skin in the museum. It is a must-visit attraction in Shillong because of all the photographs it contains. The visitors can also see Python’s skin in the museum.
3. Don Bosco Museum:
Regarded as one the finest museum in Asia, Don Bosco Centre for Indigenous Cultures (DBCIC) or Don Bosco Museum as it is popularly known is a major tourists’ attraction that provides a brief view of the rich and multi-cultural lifestyles, history and traditions of the indigenous peoples of North East India. It is a theme museum that has a treasure of information on the Seven Sister States. The museum having a wide collection of regional artwork, attires, accouterments, handicrafts, ornamentation, photographs and weapons.
Museum Timings:
Monday – Saturday from 9 AM to 5:30 PM
Entry Fee: Rs. 100 & Rs. 200 for Indian & Foreigners respectively.
4. Laitlum Canyon
The Laitlum Canyons, means “The End of Hills” or “The End of The World” is one of the most amazing and picturesque tourist destinations for one going to Shillong Tour. It is nearly 45 minutes drive from Shillong to Laitlum canyon situated at outer of the city but truly its worth to visit. It attracts millions of people from all over the world. The scenic view of green hills, bamboo plants, foggy clouds and the orchids, all from single point might leave you awestruck. If you wish to visit Laitlum Canyon then it should be in the morning for a scenic view.
5. Elephant Falls
Named after an Elephant like stone at its foot, the Elephant Falls is popular tourist attraction of Shillong. It situated next to Shillong & is on the way to Cherrapunjee from Shillong.The original Khasi name for the falls was ‘Ka kshaid lai pateng khohsiew’ (three steps water falls), it consists of 3 sections. Of course it was the British who named it ‘Elephant Falls’ because of a stone that resembles an elephant near the falls. But the stone was destroyed by an earthquake in 1897. But the name hasn’t changed.
Thus the above unique places make Shillong a popular tourist attraction of Meghalaya. Although Meghalaya has many tourist attractions like Cherrapunjee, Dawki, Mawlynnong including Shillong.
One can plan a trip for 4-5 Days to cover above mentioned places. It will be worth to visit Meghalaya in Northeast.