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Shillong

Music capital of India

Popularly known as the 'Scotland of the east', Shillong is the capital city of Meghalaya. Perched high at a height of 1496 meters, this hill station is known for its panoramic landscapes and soothing climate. The people in Shillong are extremely jovial and take pride in their cultures and traditions. It is also famous as the music capital of India with many music events happening throughout the year.

Things to do

Boating in Umiam Lake
Visit Asia’s cleanest village - Mawlynnong
Explore the caves
Enjoy nightlife in Shillong
Witness a bird’s eye view from the Shillong Peak

Must Buy

Scottish cloth
Bamboo handicrafts
Shawls and stoles
Organic Products

What to eat?

Tungrymbai
Jadoh
Dohneiiong
Smoked meats
Chilly Pork

Umiam Lake

Located at a distance of 15 kilometres, Umiam Lake is a man made reservoir. It was formed after a dam was constructed to generate hydroelectric power.

Elephant Falls

One of the most popular tourist site in Shillong, Elephant Falls is a tourist’s paradise. It is an awesome place to spend time with your loved ones in the Lap of Mother Nature.

Mawlynnong

One of the cleanest villages in India, Mawlynnong is yet another popular tourist attraction. The village offers one with abundance of natural beauty, crystal clear water and thousands of flowering orchids.

Shillong Peak

Standing at a height of 1965 meters Shillong peak is Meghalaya’s highest peak in the Himalayas. If you are a nature lover this place is for you. The peak provides with some breathtaking landscapes of the entire city, along with the Himalayas and the Bangladeshi plains.

Ward's Lake

Ward's Lake is an artificial lake surrounded by lush green garden. It is also known as the Pollock’s Lake and is a popular tourist spot amongst travellers as well as locals.