Meghalaya
Shillong Travel Guide for First-Time Visitors
By Glen View Travels • Published 2026-07-18
Shillong is a pleasant mountain capital located just a 3-hour scenic drive from Guwahati Airport. Its pleasant climate makes it an ideal base for exploring Meghalaya.
Top Sightseeing: Ward's Lake for peaceful strolls, Elephant Falls for multi-tiered waterfalls, and Shillong Peak for panoramic hill vistas.
Laitlum Canyons: Located 24 km from Shillong, Laitlum offers dramatic cliff edges dropping into deep green valleys.
Food & Culture: Try traditional Khasi dishes like Jadoh (rice cooked with meat) and Dohneiiong in local food spots.
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