Parks & Gardens Ornamental Lake
Ward's Lake
Ward's Lake, near Shillong, Meghalaya, Meghalaya
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Best Time to Visit
October November December January February March April May
Events: Local festivals and seasonal conditions
About Ward’s Lake
Ward’s Lake is Shillong’s colonial-era centrepiece — a horseshoe-shaped ornamental lake surrounded by well-manicured gardens, built by the British Chief Commissioner Ward in 1894. Row boats glide past weeping willows, Japanese bridge, and colourful flower beds. It remains the most beloved park in the city centre.
How to Reach
- From Shillong: Approximately 1 km (5 minutes by road)
Best Time to Visit
Ideal months: October, November, December, January, February, March, April, May