Shillong: the Scotland of the East           

Apr 30
09:44

2015

Dimpy Roy

Dimpy Roy

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Shillong is the capital city of Meghalaya. It is a well-known tourist destination and is known for its lofty hills and lush green valleys.

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Shillong is the beautiful capital city of Meghalaya. Whether it is the lofty hills or the soothing landscapes,Shillong: the Scotland of the East             Articles Shillong has got it all and is thus one of the best holiday destinations in India. It is specially gaining popularity among newlyweds for a honeymoon destination in India. It has a lot of picturesque destinations to offer on your plate. So take a suitable pick from these Shillong holiday packages to make a well-informed choice. Shillong has been called as the “Scotland of the East” since colonial times due to its beautiful hills, dense forests and gorgeous waterfalls.

If you are a spiritually-inclined visitor, you might be interested in visiting All Saints Church of Shillong. It is known for being one of the oldest churches in the capital and was constructed during the colonial times. The church has a wooden structure and welcomes visitors and believers in large masses everyday. When you are visiting here, you can also head to some of its surrounding attractions such as Lady Hydari Park, Butterfly Museum and State Museum. Lady Hydari Park also has a mini zoo adjacent to it. You can also visit Nan-Polok, which is also commonly called as Ward’s lake. It offers boating facilities and was constructed in memory of the chief Commissioner of Assam behind its construction, Sir William Ward.

If you are in love with shopping just like us, go crazy at the large number of shops of the city. One of the things Shillong is specially famous for is its matrilineal society and the famous All-women market of the capital is just another manifestation of the ideals of their culture. It is called as the Lewduh market or Bara market, and it is specially great to purchase all sorts of organically grown vegetables and spices. Besides this, you can go shopping depending upon your preference to items you want to purchase from here. Do not miss out on laying your hand on local handicrafts, orange honey, handwoven shawls, black mushrooms and a lot more. Shillong is also famous for its bamboo pickle. Some of the most prominent shopping destinations in Shillong include Police Bazaar and Kachehri Road.

Shillong hotels have something to offer to travellers of all budgets. If you are looking for a luxurious stay, you can book your stay at Ri Kynjai Serenity by the Lake Resort, Lakkhotta Lodge, and Landmark Victoria Shillong. However if you are on a budget stay, then these budget hotels in Shillong might be of great help for you. Certain highly recommended hotels here include Blueberry Inn, Royal Heritage Tripura Castle, Hotel Centre Point, Hotel Alpine Continental, and Hotel Pegasus Crown. Stay assured that all these hotels are going to serve you with the best of hospitality and facilities.

Plan your visit with respect to your budget and preferences and make a trip to this beautiful city soon. Its magical landscapes and hilly terrains are sure to make you mesmerised for a long while, and will make you come back again very soon.