Shillong, which is the capital of Meghalaya, is a beautiful place filled with picturesque sights of nature which can bring happiness to the hearts and minds of every sort of traveller

Here are the top 10 places to visit in Shillong with your friends or family-

1. Elephant Falls

A beautiful waterfall located on the outskirts of Shillong, Elephant Falls which comes from a mountain stream dropping over multiple steps enthralls visitors with its cool aura and thunderous sounds

2. Shillong Peak & View Point

A 360 degree panoramic view of the beauty of Shillong can be best enjoyed from Shillong Peak & View Point

3. Police Bazar

A marketplace that is always crowded with people, Police Bazar is the place where you can do all your shopping for yourselves and your dear ones

4. Don Bosco Museum

To get a glimpse of the rich and multi-cultural lifestyles and history of the indigenous peoples of North East India, the seven storey Don Bosco Museum is the perfect place to visit in Shillong

5. Ward’s Lake

With its charming wooden bridge over the serene waters, grassy slopes having varied flower gardens, boating facilities, Ward’s Lake is a perfect place for relaxation and spending quality time with loved ones

6. Phan Nonglait Park

Formerly known as Lady Hydari Park, Phan Nonglait Park is not only filled with well-maintained gardens but also has a mini zoo and a museum in its premises

7. Shillong Heritage Walk

A trip that will take you through a 3 hour guided walk of history of the city is Shillong Heritage Walk

8. Golf Links

Known as the Glen Eagles of the East, Shillong’s golf course called Golf Links is not just one of the largest and prettiest natural courses in the country but is a soothing haven for a relaxing weekend

9. Mary Help for Christian Cathedral

One of the top religious places to visit in Shillong is Mary Help for Christian Cathedral that is an example of unqiue and brilliant architecture along with calm interiors filled with a holy atmosphere

10. Meghalaya State Museum

Williamson Sangma Museum or the State Museum of Meghalaya is a must-visit place to enrich your knowledge by viewing valuable artifacts of the good old times

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