City & Town Hub City
Shillong
Shillong, Meghalaya, Meghalaya
capital city viewpoints lakes culture waterfalls meghalaya northeast india
Best Time to Visit
October November December January February March April
Events: Umiam Lake · Shillong Peak · Elephant Falls
About Shillong
Shillong is the ‘Scotland of the East’ — a vibrant hill capital with misty lakes, colonial-era charm, indie music culture, and dramatic canyon views. The essential base for exploring all of Meghalaya.
Top Attractions Near Shillong
- Umiam Lake
- Shillong Peak
- Elephant Falls
- Ward’s Lake
- Don Bosco Museum
- Laitlum Canyons
- Police Bazar Markets
- Cherrapunji Day Trip
Why Visit Shillong
Capital city and primary base for all of Meghalaya; 2–4 nights recommended.
Best Time to Visit
The ideal months to visit are October, November, December, January, February, March, April.
How to Reach Shillong
- By Air: Direct or connecting flights from Delhi, Kolkata, and Guwahati.
- By Rail: Train connections to major Northeast railway stations.
- By Road: NH connections from Guwahati and neighbouring states.