Shillong Travel Guide

TRAVEL GUIDE, SHILLONG Updated : May 30, 2017, 02.49 PM IST

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Described variously as the Scotland of the East, abode of clouds and the Rock Capital of India, Shillong has to be one of India’s most sought after tourist destinations in today’s times. A mesmerizing land of immense natural beauty, this present day capital city of Meghalaya has a long standing history. It was the British capital of the then undivided Assam. The city’s colonial charm is a paradise for nature and heritage lovers alike. Present day capital of Meghalaya, Shillong is the ultimate hangout point for music lovers as well who is looking for new sounds and stirring melodies.

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Budget hotels in Shillong that won’t burn a hole in your pocket

HOTELS IN SHILLONG

Budget hotels in Shillong that won’t burn a hole in your pocket

Vacations come with different sized pockets, this is true for all destinations as it is for Shillong. For those who don’t like to compromise on the quality and the variety of options despite limitations of budget, Shillo...more

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Go for these pocket–friendly mid–budget hotels in Shillong

HOTELS IN SHILLONG

Go for these pocket–friendly mid–budget hotels in Shillong

The growing status of Shillong as a prime tourist destination in northeast India has introduced many a layered development in its hospitality industry. What was earlier limited to a few noted hotels and guest houses are ...more

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Luxury hotels in Shillong that guarantees comfort and class

HOTELS IN SHILLONG

Luxury hotels in Shillong that guarantees comfort and class

Till not long ago, the hill state of Meghalaya was a lesser explored region of the Indian subcontinent. The main city and political headquarter of the state, Shillong, was a place predominantly frequented by vacationers ...more

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Lakkhotaa Lodge

HOTELS IN SHILLONG

Lakkhotaa Lodge

Located rather centrally in Shillong, Lakkhotaa Lodge is a self–declared hotel for the travelers who are looking for some high end accommodation and recreational time during their holidays. The local favourite and one of...more

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A gastronomical journey through Shillong: A guide to its best restaurants

RESTAURANTS, SHILLONG

A gastronomical journey through Shillong: A guide to its best restaurants

Shillong, being the only recognized urban area in Meghalaya, has become the meeting point of all the tribes of the state. The conglomeration of the rich tribal bequest has made Shillong the one–point solution for travele...more

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Jadoh

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Jadoh

Like Trattoria, located in Police Bazar, Jadoh is also a small food stall located in a popular spot of Shillong, Don Bosco Square. Located within walking distance from Laitumkrah Post Office and St. Mary’s College, Jadoh...more

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Trattoria

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Trattoria

Located right in the middle of the frenetic Police Bazar, Trattoria enjoys a cult following among the locals who swear by its flavours. Trattoria’s specialty lies in the innovative preparation and presentation of local K...more

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Café Shillong Heritage

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Café Shillong Heritage

Café Shillong Heritage offers open air seating and you can have your meals under the clear blue sky in the day and a star covered night sky in the evening. Choose from a massive menu of excellent Pan-Asian, Mediterranean...more

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Sao Aiom

RESTAURANTS, SHILLONG

Sao Aiom

A part of the wonderful Ri Kynjai–Serenity By The Lake, Sao Aiom is a restaurant that is bound to cater to the taste buds of the discerning traveler looking for food extravaganza in Shillong. The property that houses thi...more

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What all to see when in Shillong

SIGHTSEEING, SHILLONG

What all to see when in Shillong

The capital city of the north eastern state of Meghalaya, this beautiful hill station rests at an altitude of 1496 metres and is popularly referred to as the Scotland of the East, owing to the cascading waterfalls and un...more

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Get the best of Shillong in 24 hours

ITINERARY, SHILLONG

Get the best of Shillong in 24 hours

When a tiny hill station of only 65 square km of land area enjoys sobriquets like Scotland of the East, abode of cloud and the Rock Capital of India, you know that the place is special, very special! Shillong is a one of...more

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Golf Course

SPORTS, SHILLONG

Golf Course

Shillong golf course is one of the highest golf course in the country; it boasts a full fledged eighteen-hole spread across the most beautiful location in the country. Some of the most prominent figures of the British hi...more

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Elephant Falls

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Elephant Falls

Elephant Falls is situated at the outskirts of the main city of Shillong. It is almost 12 kms away from the city chaos. The unique part of these falls is that, it is a two-tier waterfall set in the dingles of the rocks. ...more

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Things to do in Shillong—the abode of clouds

THINGS TO DO, SHILLONG

Things to do in Shillong—the abode of clouds

The city of Shillong is often considered to be a place where nature is in its primal beauty; where clouds and the sun express their own camaraderie through a vivid interlay of sunshine and shadow; where the colonial remn...more

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Golfing in Shillong Golf Course

THINGS TO DO, SHILLONG

Golfing in Shillong Golf Course

​Courtesy its past as the British capital of the then undivided Assam, Shillong has the imprints of the days bygone; Shillong Golf Course is one of them. But it will be sheer injustice to the magnanimous entity if we box...more

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Boating at Umiam Lake

THINGS TO DO, SHILLONG

Boating at Umiam Lake

Located about 15 kms north of Shillong, this lake is basically a water reservoir that was formed due to the damming of the Umiam river. Historically this lake holds a special place in North East India, courtesy the fact ...more

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Waterfall rappelling at Elephant Falls

THINGS TO DO, SHILLONG

Waterfall rappelling at Elephant Falls

Elephant Falls is the combination of three small torrents that form a strong stream that adorns the fern-covered rocks. The place got its name in the colonial era when the Englishmen spotted a giant rock resembling an el...more

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Musical sojourn

THINGS TO DO, SHILLONG

Musical sojourn

​Shillong is the unofficial but undisputed rock capital of India with a legacy of musical heritage that runs through the veins of every Shillong dweller. Music is in the air of this beautiful city and get ready to bump i...more

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Shillong: Best place to shop for indigenously produced handicrafts

SHOPPING IN SHILLONG

Shillong: Best place to shop for indigenously produced handicrafts

In Shillong, you might see your days getting mostly preoccupied by the breathtaking natural beauty of the surrounding hills and the leisurely strolls along the sleepy yet vibrant city alleys. Likewise, the nights will le...more

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Weekend getaways from Shillong and their fables

WEEKEND GETAWAYS, SHILLONG

Weekend getaways from Shillong and their fables

​Shillong transforms itself into the rock capital of India (or so it is called by many) at night from its quirky evening café culture. People of Shillong have that spunky sense of style that comes with a unique combinati...more

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Mawsmai Cave

SIGHTSEEING, SHILLONG

Mawsmai Cave

Meghalaya is one of those states of India that has an extensive network of underground caves, some of which are still undiscovered. Mawsmai Cave is at a stone’s throw away from Sohra (Cherrapunjee) and 57 km from Shillon...more

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Riwai

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Riwai

While Mawlynnong village may have gained more popularity due to aggressive marketing, Riwai is a much less visited village that lies only a few kilometres away. Riwai is approximately 81 km from Shillong and can be easil...more

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Mawphlang

SIGHTSEEING, MAWPHLANG

Mawphlang

This sleepy village lies in East Khasi Hills, 25 km towards the south of Shillong along the National Highway 44E. There are no hotels in Mawphlang except the very beautiful MaplePine Farm where I stayed for four days. We...more

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Nohkalikai Falls

SIGHTSEEING, SHILLONG

Nohkalikai Falls

Nohkalikai Falls, one of the largest falls in India, lies almost 55 km away from Shillong towards Sohra (Cherrapunjee). The water gushes fiercely to the bottom creating a roar that is heard much before reaching the fall....more

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