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Things to do in Shillong, Meghalaya
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Even in your darkest days; just thinking about the good days makes you feel better. I visited Meghalaya, during covid-19 days and as expected there were many restrictions but I'm sure things are better now.
Based on my experience a 10 day tour is do-able & can be split into:
It's unhurried and exciting; while covering the most popular places in Meghalaya.
You can reach Shillong by
1) share cab/ sumo from Paltan bazar (busstand), Guwahati - Rs.350 - 500 pp are comfortable.
2) private vehicle apprx Rs.1700/ is a great option if you are traveling as a group.
3) Shillong is just a 3 hr drive and the road is excellent, so getting on a bus is the cheapest way to get there.
Which is the best time to visit Shillong?
Easily, the best time to visit Shillong is Nov-Dec during the Cherry Blossom festival.
Cherry blossoms in full bloom at Shillong- Dec 2020
Aug to Sept is when the waterfalls are in full spate.
Nohkalikai falls, Cherrapunji - Meghalaya
My idea of Cherrapunji in Meghalaya as the wettest place in India was quite dissapointing as the waterfalls were dry as bone. Like all other places in India, monsoons from June to Sept-Oct are a great time to witness the waterfalls.
Meghalaya is never too warm and humid even in Summers from March to May-June. People are easygoing with what you wear, and there's no reason why you shouldn't wear those shorts and great t-shirts or tops. Basically you can wear anything you love.
Winters are quite chilly so do carry your warm clothing. Only in Dawki the temperature is normal, and never too cold.
4 day Shillong tour itinerary
< DAY 1 >
1- Umiam lake- Incase you are traveling by shared cab, and get dropped at Umiam lake; then there are plenty of local shared cabs from Umiam to Shillong.
2. Check-in/ eat - There are good places to eat both at Police bazar & Laitumkhrah. Local food stalls called as Jadoh food stalls (avoid if you are a vegetarian)
3- Mary Help of Christians, Laitumkrah is a great place to discover some peace and quiet.
< DAY 2 >
1- All Saint's Cathedral2- Ward's Lake3- Polo Ground and the Golf Links (avoid if short on time. Nothing much but golf course. You need to be a member to play golf. 4- Bara bazar- crowded bazar like most other bazar (avoid if short on time) 5- Shillong viewpoint- was closed for public due covid-19. It's a great place to get bird's eye view of Shillong.
< DAY 3 >
1. Smit 2. Laitlum canyon - both are on the same route
< DAY 4 >
1. Don Bosco Museum - need atleast 3 hours to see this museum
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