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Frequently Asked Questions About Shillong

What is the Best Time to Visit Shillong?

Shillong is beautiful throughout the year, with each season expressing an unique beauty. But, the waterfalls and lakes are in their most attractive form during summer (monsoon).

What is Special About Shillong?

The elementary attraction of Shillong is the sprinkling rains along with clean and steep streets that offers the vibe of visiting an European village. This is the reason Shillong is known as the Scotland of the East.

What are the main Sightseeing Spots in Shillong?

The main sightseeing spots near Shillong are:
  • Laitlum Canyons: Situated at around 30 kilometers away from the city, Laitlum canyons offer a wonderful view of dance of clouds upon the hills of green and lush carpets.
  • Elephan falls: The the beautiful city of Shillong houses a number of beautiful waterfalls. The prominents ones to witness is the Elephant falls.
  • Shillong Peak: Shillong Peak offers a bird eye view of the entire city.
  • Don Bosco Museum: Don Bosco Museum is a prominent tourist spot is shillong because of its architecture.
  • Umium Lake: Umiam Lake is the largest lake in Meghalaya, and offers pictursque panoramic views. It also offers some optional activities for tourists.
  • Ward's Lake: Ward's Lake is another beautiful lake situated in the heart of the city.

How far is Shillong from Guwahati?

Shillong is about 100 kilometers away from Guwahati. It is nearly 3 hours drive through a beautiful hilly road.

How do I reach Shillong?

You can reach Shillong directly through the Shillong Airport, or you can reach Shillong via Guwahati by road.

How many Days are Required for Sightseeing of Shillong?

To cover the local places in Shillong you will need 2 complete days. 1 day for sightseeing in the city, 1 day for sightseeing in the places nearby the city. A weekend is perfect to cover Shillong.

How do I Plan a Trip to Shillong?

Shillong has abundant hotels and all sorts of accommodations. However, during the peak season, hotels might be booked. It is advisable to book a tour for Shillong at least one month before the journey date. To get some idea about the itineraries, do check out our tour packages available for Shillong

Is there snowfall in Shillong?

No, there hasn't been any record of snowfall for a long time in Shillong.

What Should I wear in Shillong?

We have prepared a dedicated webpage for your travel luggage checklist. Do check important things to carry on your tour to Northeast India.

Is permit required to visit Shillong?

No. As of now, no permit is necessary to visit Meghalaya.