Shillong (English: / ʃɪˈlɒŋ /, [5][6] Khasi: [ʃɨlːɔːŋ]) is a hill station and the capital of Meghalaya, a state in northeastern India. It is the headquarters of the East Khasi Hills district. Shillong is the 330th most populous city in India with a population of 143,229 according to the 2011 census. [7] .

Book these experiences for a close-up look at Shillong. These rankings are informed by Tripadvisor data—we consider traveller reviews, ratings, number of page views, and user location. 1. Laitlum Canyons. Panoramic canyon and valley views enveloped in clouds, with verdant mountains and serene picnic spots.

Founded in the second half of the nineteenth century by the British, Shillong town has enjoyed a cosmopolitan core since its beginnings. This reflects in the unique culture of Meghalaya’s scenic capital – a place where every festival is celebrated with zest and travellers will stumble across cuisines from across the country and the world.

2022年11月8日 · Shillong, the capital city of Meghalaya is famous for its natural beauty, waterfalls, lakes, natural caves, heavy rainfall, sacred forests, living root bridges, indigenous tribes, culture and breathtaking landscapes all around.

Meghalaya (/ ˌ m eɪ ɡ ə ˈ l eɪ ə, m eɪ ˈ ɡ ɑː l ə j ə /; [6] [7] lit. "the abode of clouds" [8]) is a state in northeast India.Meghalaya was formed on 21 January 1972 by carving out two districts from the state of Assam: (a) the United Khasi Hills and Jaintia Hills and (b) the Garo Hills. [9] The estimated population of Meghalaya in 2014 was 3,211,474. [10] ...

2024年12月13日 · Shillong, city, capital of Meghalaya state, northeastern India. The city is located in the east-central part of the state on the Shillong Plateau, at an elevation of 4,990 feet (1,520 metres). Shillong first became prominent in 1864, when it …

From the immersive exhibits at the Don Bosco Museum, unraveling the indigenous cultures of the Northeast, to the curated collections at the Meghalaya State Museum, showcasing the state's historical evolution, Shillong's museums are veritable treasure troves.

Maximize your time in Shillong with Meghalaya Tourism's 3-day itinerary. Explore key attractions, indulge in local flavors, and experience the culture.

Shillong. This remarkable one-room display of pinned butterflies, moths, rhinoceros beetles and stick insects is housed in the home of the original collector. Most…

2024年8月30日 · Shillong (शिलांग) is the capital and largest town of Meghalaya state, India. Shillong was the capital of Assam, but after the state was split into Assam and Meghalya (meaning 'the abode of the clouds'), it became the first …