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Places to Visit

Shillong Peak
A popular stop just a few kilometers out of town, Shillong Peak – the
town’s highest point – provides an expansive look at the capital with
hills as the backdrop. The area is administered by the IAF and you’ll
need to hand in identification at the entrance. You’ll want to carry a
good camera to take photos as the air can get hazy. However, there’s a
telescope installed to get close-up views of the town. Take time to look
around and have a cup of piping hot tea from the local vendors.
Ideal for: Leisure, hiking

Laitlum

Deep gorges and majestic hills rising in the distance await at Laitlum.
You can spend hours exploring the meadows or just sitting down on
the grass and admiring nature’s handiwork. Although tucked away
from town, it’s no longer unfrequented and has become one of the most
popular tourist places near Shillong. If you’re up for some pulse-racing
adventure, head down the 3,000 or so steps towards the hamlet of
Raslong. Seeing the residents effortlessly climb up and down the steep,
meandering steps will leave you stunned and more than a little envious!
Ideal for: Leisure

Sacred Grove
A ways from the town in Mawphlang is an oasis of sorts with old trees
and meadows creating an Eden-like world. The Sacred Grove is a
protected forest overseen by a local deity. You can visit and admire the
native flora and fauna but you aren’t allowed to remove anything from
here – this goes for leaves, stones, twigs et al.
The Sacred Grove has for long been one of the best places to visit near
Shillong especially for those who love nature walks. Local guides will
take you in and narrate fascinating tales of lore.
Ideal for: Leisure, history

David Scott trail

One of the most popular places around Shillong for hiking enthusiasts,
the David Scott trail is a 16-kilometer hiking route that starts from
Mawphlang and ends at Lad Mawphlang in Sohra. The walk is easy
although beginner hikers may find it a tad long. The trail winds around

hills and crosses streams dotted with rocks. Pack a picnic as there are
many scenic spots along the way.
Idea for: Hiking

Kyllang Rock
About 50 kilometers from Shillong and around 10 kilometers from

Mairang in West Khasi Hills district is a huge granite rock formation
that is a treat to climb (steps are built so you don’t need bouldering
skills!). It’s believed that you can’t fall off the top of the rock owing to
a magnetic field. However, we advise you not to try it anyway! Once
at the top, seat yourself down and feel the wind refresh you. Take along
a good camera for long-distance shots of villages in the distance.

Ideal for: Leisure