Around Shillong Important information

Tourist Acctration in Around Shillong

• Shillong Peak
• Waterfalls
• Mawphlang
• Umiam or Barapani Lake & Water Sports Complex
• Jowai
• Nartiang
• Thadlaskein Lake 

Shillong Peak (10 kms.)

It is the highest peak in the State and affords a fine view of Shillong and its surroundings. There is also a sanctum dedicated to U Shulong at the summit.

Waterfalls

Some of the excellent falls around Shillong are - Elephant Falls (12 kms.), Spread Eagle Falls (6 kms.) and Sweet Falls (8 kms.).

Mawphlang (24 kms.)

The sacred forest-grove preserved here since time immemorial is 'Nature's Own Museum' and a must visit site for nature lovers and botanists. The trees within the grove are laden with epiphytic orchids, ferns etc.

Umiam or Barapani Lake & Water Sports Complex (16kms.)

It has been developed upon the huge reservoir of the Umiam Hydro Electric Project. The Orchid Lake Resort on the shores of the lake is run by the Meghalaya Tourism. Facilities for boating are provided here. There is also a floating restaurant. The Lum Nehru Park adj acent to the resort has an orchidarium.

Jowai (64 kms.)

Jowai, the second biggest town of Meghalaya is encircled by the Myntdu River and known for a number of limestone caves and cave temples.

Nartiang (65 kms.)

It was the summer capital of Jaintia kings and lies 10 kms. from Jowai. The main attractions are the huge stone memorials (monoliths) of the Jaintias.

Thadlaskein Lake (56 km)

The historic lake is said to be dug with arrow heads by the subjects of Sajar Nangli, the war leader of the Jaintias. It is a popular picnic place and has boating facilities.

Shillong Important information

Shillong

Scenic Shillong, the capital of Meghalaya is perched at an altitude of 1496 metres and is one of the finest hill resorts of India. This 'Scotland of the East' came under the reigns of British, by an agreement in 1863, with Syiem (King) of Mylliem. In 1874, Shillong became the capital of Assam and remained so till the creation of Meghalaya state in 1972.

Tourist Acctration in Shillong

• Ward's Lake
• Botanical Garden
• Lady Hydari Park
• State Museum
• Shillong Golf Course
• Churches
• Bara Bazar
• Bishop & Beadon Falls

Ward's Lake : The horse shoe shaped lake set in the heart of the town with an arched bridge over it has facilities for boating. A walk around the lake is quite pleasant.

Botanical Garden : It lies near the Ward's lake and has a rich collection of indigenous and exotic plants. There is also a mini-aviary with rare and colourful birds.

Lady Hydari Park : It is noted for its nurseries and horicultural wealth. There is also a num zoo cum deer park. The Crinoline Falls nearby cascade through its jungle path. At the foot of the falls is a well maintained .swimming pool.

State Museum : It lies within the premises of the State Central library and has a fine collection of artefacts of Meghalaya and other North Eastern States.

Shillong Golf Course : This excellent 18 hole course finds mention in International Directories of golf Courses of repute.

Churches : Shillong is studded with numerous churches reminding the colonial heritage of the town. The most beautiful of them is the Cathedral of ^ary Help of Christian.

Bara Bazar : It is the oldest and most important market of Meghalaya and is mainly run by women, providing an insight into the State's tribal culture.

Bishop & Beadon Falls : The falls at Mawprem (3 kms.), plunge down from the same ridge into a deep valley, providing a spell binding view.

reaching there

Airport : Umroi (35 kms.) and Guwahati (128 km). Helicopter services also operates between Guwahati and Shillong.

Railhead: Guwahati (103 kms.).

Road: Connected by road. a