The fun period of summer vacation has once again arrived and it is quite a normal thing for children to pester their parents to take them on trips during this time of the year

The fun period of summer vacation has once again arrived and it is quite a normal thing for children to pester their parents to take them on trips during this time of the year 

While budget is an issue and to never make your children feel left out, try taking them to these five beautiful places near Shillong where accommodation and transporation is affordable-

While budget is an issue and to never make your children feel left out, try taking them to these five beautiful places near Shillong where accommodation and transporation is affordable-

1. Umiam Located 15 km north of Shillong, the serene Umiam Lake is the perfect place to visit with your kids for spending quality time and enjoy a moment of bliss while admiring the peaceful beauty of nature

1. Umiam Located 15 km north of Shillong, the serene Umiam Lake is the perfect place to visit with your kids for spending quality time and enjoy a moment of bliss while admiring the peaceful beauty of nature

During the summer months, when the vibrant Gulmohar trees adorn its shores, a boating trip in the waters or a lazy stroll along its banks are a surreal experience

During the summer months, when the vibrant Gulmohar trees adorn its shores, a boating trip in the waters or a lazy stroll along its banks are a surreal experience

2. Mawlynnong Don’t miss taking your kids to Mawlynnong which is known as the cleanest village of Asia

2. Mawlynnong Don’t miss taking your kids to Mawlynnong which is known as the cleanest village of Asia

Marvel at a giant living root bridge, explore cool mountain streams and visit curious rock formations, climb a tree house and get panoramic views of Bangladesh, stroll through gardens and fruit orchards

Marvel at a giant living root bridge, explore cool mountain streams and visit curious rock formations, climb a tree house and get panoramic views of Bangladesh, stroll through gardens and fruit orchards

3. Cherapunjee This heavenly place which provides visitors with an ethereal experience must be experienced by your kids to its fullest to let them live their dreams of fairytales in reality

3. Cherapunjee This heavenly place which provides visitors with an ethereal experience must be experienced by your kids to its fullest to let them live their dreams of fairytales in reality

Its rivers, cascades, and mist-shrouded hill-tops are full of hidden stories

Its rivers, cascades, and mist-shrouded hill-tops are full of hidden stories

4. Shnongpdeng To let your children experience the thrill of riding through the crystal clear waters of the Umngot river, take them on a journey to Shnongpdeng

4. Shnongpdeng To let your children experience the thrill of riding through the crystal clear waters of the Umngot river, take them on a journey to Shnongpdeng

This village is situated about 3.5 hrs from Shillong

This village is situated about 3.5 hrs from Shillong

5. Mawsynram The Mawsynram plateau region has received enough attention for its world-record rainfall but there are many more unique sights here

5. Mawsynram The Mawsynram plateau region has received enough attention for its world-record rainfall but there are many more unique sights here

From cascading waterfalls and lush greenery to serene climate and unique caves, Mawsynram is the best place to visit for a wholesome travel experience with your kids

From cascading waterfalls and lush greenery to serene climate and unique caves, Mawsynram is the best place to visit for a wholesome travel experience with your kids

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