Shillong (Khasi Hills)
Founded in the second half of the nineteenth century by the British, Shillong town has enjoyed a cosmopolitan core since its beginnings. This reflects in the unique culture of Meghalaya’s scenic capital – a place where every festival is celebrated with zest and travellers will stumble across cuisines from across the country and the world.
A Pleasant Spring Escape
The months of March and April are spring in Meghalaya. Expect evenings to be a little nippy early on, especially in the higher altitudes. This means that Meghalaya’s highlands, especially the central Khasi Hills, become an oasis for travellers who want to escape the burning heat of the Indian plains. This period also sees its fair share of showers but expect a lot of sunny days. When exploring places like Shillong and its outskirts, make sure you keep that extra light jacket within arms’ reach. The Garo Hills on the west, the Bhoi district in the north and the region on the southern slopes, owing to their lower elevations and more tropical foliage are warmer during these months.
The months of March and April are spring in Meghalaya. Expect evenings to be a little nippy early on, especially in the higher altitudes. This means that Meghalaya’s highlands, especially the central Khasi Hills, become an oasis for travellers who want to escape the burning heat of the Indian plains. This period also sees its fair share of showers but expect a lot of sunny days. When exploring places like Shillong and its outskirts, make sure you keep that extra light jacket within arms’ reach. The Garo Hills on the west, the Bhoi district in the north and the region on the southern slopes, owing to their lower elevations and more tropical foliage are warmer during these months.
The Mega Monsoons
The famed waterfalls and rivers are in full flow during the legendary monsoons of Meghalaya, which fall in the summer season. Cross over to the southern ranges to feel the complete force of the rains – the reason why destinations like Sohra and Mawsynram have earned their statuses of being rain magnets. This is also the season that gives Meghalaya the sobriquet – The Abode of Clouds. In many ways, this is the season that has shaped the geology and topography of Meghalaya over millions of years and it needs to be experienced. Enjoy the riverine attractions from a distance – swimming and other water activities are not permitted in most areas for (obvious) safety reasons.
The famed waterfalls and rivers are in full flow during the legendary monsoons of Meghalaya, which fall in the summer season. Cross over to the southern ranges to feel the complete force of the rains – the reason why destinations like Sohra and Mawsynram have earned their statuses of being rain magnets. This is also the season that gives Meghalaya the sobriquet – The Abode of Clouds. In many ways, this is the season that has shaped the geology and topography of Meghalaya over millions of years and it needs to be experienced. Enjoy the riverine attractions from a distance – swimming and other water activities are not permitted in most areas for (obvious) safety reasons.