See what other travellers like to do, based on ratings and number of bookings. Book these experiences for a close-up look at Shillong . These rankings are informed by Tripadvisor data—we consider traveller reviews, ratings, number of page views, and user location. 1. Laitlum Canyons. Shillong , city, capital of Meghalaya state, northeastern India. The city is located in the east-central part of the state on the Shillong Plateau, at an elevation of 4,990 feet (1,520 metres). Shillong first became prominent in 1864, when it succeeded Cherrapunji as the district headquarters. Shillong is just 100 km (62 mi) from Guwahati, which can be accessed by road along NH 40, a journey of about 2 hours 30 minutes through lush green hills and the Umiam lake in between. The highest point in Shillong offering sweeping panoramic views of the city and the Himalayan ranges beyond. An ideal spot for nature lovers and photographers, especially at sunrise or sunset.
