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Описание: Mesmerizing waterfalls, crystal-clear lakes and impressive mountains make up the Mawsynram and Cherrapunji villages. It is located in Meghalaya and it is an ideal place to unwind amidst natural beauty and serenity. Cherrapunji, one of the wettest place on earth, is only 56 km from Shillong.

Due to its beautiful lakes, waterfalls, pine forests and green mountains, the British called Shillong the ‘Scotland of the East’. The British developed it like many other hill-stations during British Raj. There are several picturesque places to visit in Shillong including Shillong Peak, Umiam lake, Elephant falls and Lady Hydari Park among others.

BEST PLACES TO STAY IN SHILLONG

If planning to visit Shillong, it would be advisable to book rooms in advance. Several boutique hotels offer facilities like lounge, coffee bars, pubs and conference halls. A room per night should cost around Rs 4,000. Budget hotels cost from Rs 1,000 to Rs 1500 and the mid-range hotels are also quite comfortable and would cost around Rs 2500 per night. However, during peak seasons the tariffs can go up by two to three times their original cost.

There are also several home stays available in Shillong. While the facilities available might not be as good as the facilities available in hotels, the hospitality extended by the people is amazing.

BUDGET:

1. Eden Resort

Contact Number: 0364-250-5360

Address: Modrina Bhavan, Police Bazar, Shillong

2. Hotel Lake View Inn

Contact Number: 0364-221 0128

Address: MG Road, Secretariat Hills, Shillong

3. The Eee Cee Hotel

Contact Number: 0364-250-0188

Address: Khyndailad, Jail Road, Police Bazar, Shillong

MID-RANGE

1. Cafe Shillong Bed and Breakfast

Contact Number: +91-89740-66089

Address: 31, Lower Lachumiere, Shillong

2. Royal Heritage

Contact Number: 0364-250-1111

Address: Tripura Castle Road, Celeve Colony, East Khasi Hills, Shillong

3. Hotel Pegasus Crown

Contact Number: 0364-222-0668

Address: Ward’s Lake Road, Police Bazar, Shillong

LUXURY

1. Pinewood Hotel

Contact Number: 0364-222-3116

Address: European Ward, Rita Road, Shillong

2. Hotel Polo Towers

Contact Number: 0364-222-2341

Address: Polo Grounds, New Colony, Shillong