Shillong

Locations :

Lattitude: 25.5667°N N,

Longitude: 91.8833°E E

Best Time to Visit : Throughout the Year

Weather :

Summer : 11°C to 24°C

Winter : 05°C to 19°C

Monsoon : 14°C to 23°C

Shillong is one of the most important city in the state of Meghalaya. It is an eco-friendly hill station that comes under the Khasi hills and a great tourist visiting place in North-East India. Shillong is also known as the ‘Gleneagles of the East’ or ‘Scotland of India’. Being the capital city of Meghalaya, it has emerged as one of the most sought tourist destination in India. Earlier Shillong was the capital of Assam until Meghalaya came into being on 21 January 1972. The origin of the name ‘Shillong’ has derived from presiding deity, named Lum -Shyllong, which means powerful deity. It is place for every traveler, most preferable for nature and peace lovers. Spectacular beauty of the nature allures many visitors. During the time of British Raj, Shillong was a summer retreat destination for them. Opened in 1889, Shillong is famous for Golf Course that consists of 18 holes and is the oldest east of the Suez. There are several tourist attractions which are truly mesmerizing and rewarding. Some of the interesting points of Shillong are – Elephanta Falls, Shillong Peak, Lady Hydari Park, Nohkalikai Falls or Seven Sister Falls, Umiam Lake etc. Let your mind drift to the most wonderful greenery land and experience the dramatic and magical drama of the clouds.