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Things To Do in Shillong, Meghalaya

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Is Shillong boring? Is it fun? How do people relax in their free time? From playing and watching live sports to listening to live music to volunteering, here's what five local experts had to say about things to do in Shillong, Meghalaya.

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Shillong is a hill station in the North East India and is the capital of the state of Meghalaya. It is on a plateau surrounded by hills and is a home to several waterfalls, parks and a wide variety of flora and fauna. Also, Shillong due to its cool and embracing climate was also given the name “The Scotland of the East” by the British.

Shillong is a wonderful place. It has pleasant weather most of the year except during the monsoon season. It does not get too cold in winter either which makes the city a pleasant place year-round. There are many tourist spots all around the city filled with nature like waterfalls and caves, these are a major tourist attraction.

If someone moves to Shillong, they should be prepared for the erratic weather that is experienced in the city. Often, the day begins bright and sunny, followed by a light, or sometimes heavy, downpour of rain. The day usually ends with a slight chill. Apart from the weather, one can also expect heavy traffic during rush hour which is unavoidable due to the small roads. However, even though the weather changes intermittently, and there can be heavy traffic, the city offers a wide range of beauty in the nature all around the adjoining areas. There is less pollution which is an added bonus, and being a small city, one can easily walk from one place to another if traffic gets to bad. The best part about the city is the heavy influence of music all around which is certainly felt in the cafes around the town, so one can always expect to have a pleasant and relaxing time at the end of the day in a cafe listening to local musicians.

Arpita, says: 2020

Shillong is exuberantly beautiful. All throughout the for seasons of the year, it brings out its own beauty. Spring brings about a number of local festivals like the Shad Suk Mynsiem which is a harvesting festival, a definite sight for the eyes of tourist. Summer, we have the monsoon and equally hot weather (all thanks to climate change). Shillong is home to two of the wettest places on Earth, one is Cherrapunjee, locally called Sohra and another is Mawsynram. The Autumn, we have our Autumn festivals namely the various concerts, the infamous Cherry Blossom festival also happens to be held around the Autumn season when the Cherry Blossom starts to bloom. Then, we have winter, the season of joy, food and family in the city. School is out. The air is cold and sometimes even too cold to bear. But it is the season of Christmas and late New Years’ two very important days, both taken very heartly to the people of Shillong.

Shillong has it wondrous sites, more and more tourist spots come out as the days go by. Once you’re here, you’ll be mesmerized by the fresh, breezy air, the environment, and more importantly, the people.

Prachi, says: 2020

Shillong is the Scotland of the east. Shillong is famous for its beauty. Tourism industry generate huge revenue. It is the state with highest rainfall in the world. The people of this city are very humble and gentle. Shillong is the best.

Mrinalini, says: 2020
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