The 10 Best Things to do Good for Big Groups in Shillong, Meghalaya

May 27, 2021 Emerita Lamoureux

Shillong (English: /ʃɪˈlɔːŋ/; Khasi: Shillong) is a hill station in the northeastern part of India and the capital of Meghalaya, which means "The Abode of Clouds" and is one of the smallest states in India. It is the headquarters of the East Khasi Hills district and is situated at an average altitude of 4,908 feet (1,496 m) above sea level, with the highest point being Shillong Peak at 6,449 feet (1,966 m). Shillong is the 330th most populous city in India with a population of 143,229 according to the 2011 census. It is said that the rolling hills around the town reminded the European settlers of Scotland. Hence, they would also refer to it as the "Scotland of the East".
Restaurants in Shillong

1. Pioneer Adventure Tour

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Pioneer Adventure Tour

Seeking adventure in Meghalaya? You’ve come to the right place. Pioneer Adventure tours will make sure you get your dose of adrenaline! We have a wide variety of activities ranging from caving, rock climbing and even scuba diving. Try our day trips if you are short of time, and if you have more time then take the opportunity to enjoy the beautiful outdoors over two days and take part in a whole slew of activities at a more relaxed pace. Imagine star-lit skies, the sound of crickets and rushing water,the smell of the barbeque wafting past your tent as you prepare.

2. Umiam Lake

Shillong India
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4.5 based on 968 reviews

Umiam Lake

Reviewed By supriyog2018 - Kanpur, India

A very beautiful lake, a few kms from Shillong on the way to Guwahati, Stopped there for sometime to view the scenic beauty.

3. Mawphlang Sacred Forest

Mawphlang Nongrum, Shillong 793121 India
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Mawphlang Sacred Forest

Reviewed By ComfortYatri - Ahmedabad, India

This is a must visit tourist attraction in Meghalaya. Journey is bit long but not strenuous. When we reached there, in our front was a vast stretch of open land and on its one end was vast tall green canvas as if someone has drawn it to the scale in straight line. It was sacred forest. Our special guide for the place had to lead us to its entrance which otherwise is most likely to be missed. And inside that lay a unique very vast jungle. Tall tress, road wet all along, chirping of birds all through, orange size lemon trees, different species of mushrooms, spectacular variety of trees, no ray of sun, pin drop silence, big hanging branches of trees, places where local heads occasionally visit to pray and make offerings to jungle God. We were warned not to take out even the smallest of leaf from said jungle. Legend has it that whosoever dared break said rule, soon was condemned to some unknown illness and ultimately paid with his/her life. So we did enjoy lemon juice of freshly plucked lemons inside jungle but the party had to be over then and there. one has to be there to believe and enjoy what really said Sacred Forest has to offer. After visiting said place, we met with visitors at Kaziranga who were part of tour group arranged by one reputed tour operator. We asked whether the said place was on their itinerary and... you guessed right. IT WAS NOT. After returning home, we checked with some other colleagues and friends who have recently visited Meghalaya about their experience of this awesome place. To our surprise they did not know about this place and one of them was one who is an avid traveller and explorer of the places. So my suggestion to the readers is - do include Mawphlang sacred forest in your itinerary when you visit Meghalaya. Good luck.

4. Don Bosco Centre for Indigenous Cultures

Mawlai, Shillong 793008 India +91 364 255 0260 [email protected] http://www.dbcic.org/
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Don Bosco Centre for Indigenous Cultures

Acclaimed as one the finest museum in Asia on the promotion of indigenous and tribal cultures, Don Bosco Centre for Indigenous Cultures (DBCIC) or Don Bosco Museum as it is popularly known is a major tourists' attraction that provides a glimpse of the rich and multi-cultural lifestyles, history and traditions of the indigenous peoples of North East India. The museum, showcasing many galleries, gives an insight into the beautiful and diverse cultural richness of the eight States of India's North East under one roof. The Museum, run by the Salesian of Don Bosco of the Catholic Church, houses and documents the various indigenous cultures, arts and crafts of North East India.

Reviewed By LailaFreddy - Pune, India

A real mix of cultural heritage, history, tribal customs, beautiful displays, and a spectacular rooftop view.

5. Cathedral of Mary Help of Christians

Lachumiere, Shillong 793003 India
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Cathedral of Mary Help of Christians

Reviewed By IvorVaz - Mumbai, India

It isn't hard to figure why The Cathedral of Mary Help of Christians (popularly referred to as Cathedral Church here) is one of the major tourist attractions in Shillong. Perched on a hill, the Cathedral is one of the most beautiful churches. It has high arches and stained glass windows which add to its grandeur. Directly below, carved out of the hill is the Grotto Church (which gets all decked up and strung in lights for Christmas - the best time to visit the city). It has been accorded status of a pilgrimage centre, with services every Wednesday the year round. It's got a huge campus that houses a school among other institutions. Give it an hour to stroll around and explore - you won't be disappointed.

6. Laitlum Canyons

Shillong India +91 78320 34083
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Laitlum Canyons

Reviewed By Saurav_s_12 - Navi Mumbai, India

The Laitlum grand canyon is a visual treat, one can see various shades of green for miles around, standing at the edge of the canyon. Spend a few hours sitting there, enjoying the wind and the solitude. One can also pack some food (and maybe some wine), bring along a mat, and enjoy a picnic watching the kids play in the meadows while one relaxes... Absolute bliss!! The road journey is tough, narrow broken dusty roads, but its well worth it. They are building some fences for safety of the tourists, but jn my view that is spoiling the view. Try the stairs which go downhill, with viewing platforms which allow one to soak in the beauty of this place. The food options available are pretty basic, though

7. Lumpongdeng Island

Umiam Lake, Shillong 793103 India +91 70353 77760 http://www.trepup.com/wanderlust.holidays
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Lumpongdeng Island

Reviewed By SatyendraGarg - Port Blair, India

I have been to Shillong many a times and knew of the lovely Umiam Lake. I was also aware that there are boating facilities in the lake. I did not know that in between the lake there is this beautiful Lumpongdeng Island which is a different world in itself. During our recent stay at Shillong which was near the lake itself, we had sometime for ourselves before we were to return to Guwahati. There was a suggestion for visiting this island. We were told that, in January, it could be windy travelling in the lake. We took precautions and loved the boat journey to the island, spending an hour or so at this lovely island and enjoying ourselves. At this island, you are in a different world. As nobody lives there, you are on a piece of land, all by yourselves. One can explore the island, trek, go around, see the beauty of the island and the lake, different hues of clouds, the sun and nature. At the alighting point of the island, there is a boathouse which seemed lovely. We went around the island and explored it and saw different sides of the lake. It was a lovely experience.

8. Meghalaya’s Mawlynnong

Shillong India
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Meghalaya’s Mawlynnong

Reviewed By vinoomathur - Noida, India

This small village has Pucca roads and looks like a lovely garden. Very well maintained. Carry eatables as the only food court in the area is not upto the mark

9. Elephant Falls

Shillong India +91 364 222 2731 http://megtourism.gov.in/waterfalls.html
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Elephant Falls

Reviewed By discoverwithanisha - Pune, India

A beautiful waterfall a few kms away from Shillong is a delight to our eyes. The actual Khasi name of this waterfall is "Ka Kshaid Lai Pateng Khohsiew" means 3-step waterfall. But the British found it difficult and they named it Elephant falls when they found a rocky ledge that resembled an Elephant. Though that ledge got destroyed in 1800s during an earthquake, the name is still there. Though all waterfalls of Meghalaya are magical but this one is so beautiful and the step like shape makes it even wonderful

10. Ward's Lake

Shillong India
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Ward's Lake

Reviewed By hisandhercravings - Mumbai, India

Ward's Lake ????‍♂️ or Pollock's Lake ????‍♂️ is an artificial horse???? shoe shaped lake surrounded by the beautiful ???? garden in the middle of the city. ⁣ ⁣ The lake is named after the then Chief Commissioner ???? of Assam, Sir William Ward, who started the plan for the establishment of this lake. It was later on constructed in the year 1894 by Colonel Hopkins. One of the associated stories is that a Khasi prisoner develop the area around the Lake to change the monotony is his daily routine.⁣⁣ ⁣ This place is a favourite ???? destination of the locals as well as tourists⛹️ to take a walk and enjoy the beauty. You can also enjoy boating ????‍♀️ in the Lake if you wish to. The colourful bed of flowers is a sight which is not to be missed.⁣⁣ ⁣ It is said that the Lake is around 100 years ⏳old. Ward’s lake is also called Pollock’s Lake, because of a popular engineer during the pre-independence era.⁣⁣ ⁣ Timings ⌚: November – February- 8:30 am till 5:30 pm⁣⁣ March – October- 8:30 am till 7:00 pm⁣⁣ .⁣⁣ #hisandhercravings #wardslake #wardslakeshillong #wardslake_shillong #lakelife #lakedays #lakeview #beautiful #beautifulday #walkaway #walks #walk #gardenlife #horseshoe #traveling #travelphotography #traveltheworld #beautifulindia #meghalayatraveldiaries #meghalayatourism #mesmerisingmeghalaya #bloggerlifestyle

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