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Places to see in and around Shillong
Wards Lake: Known locally as Nan-Polok, this artificial lake
with sprawling garden, flowersand boating facility is located right
at the heart of Shillong near historic Raj Bhawan &
HotelPinewood. Named after Sir William Ward, the Chief Commissioner
of undivided Assam in theBritish era, this Horse Shoe shaped lake
offers the most pleasant beauty spot of the city.
Lady Hydari Park: Located near the Civil Hospital and Spread
over four hectares area, thislovely park cum Mini-zoo has some
exotic animals. Named after the wife of Sir AkhbariHydari, the
first Indian Governor of undivided Assam, the specialty of this
park is itslandscaping in Japanese style.
Shillong Peak: Shillong Peak provides a splendid panoramic view
of Shillong on the way toCherrapunji, about 10 km away from
Shillong and situated at a height of 1961 m above sealevel.
Shillong peak is the highest point of Meghalaya. The peak offers a
magnificentpanoramic scenic beauty of lush green landscapes and
cascading waterfalls of the countryside as well as the birds eye
view of Shillong. Often shrouded with fog, by the evening thecity
lights below appear like a star-studded abyss. On a very clear day
Himalayan Peaks arevisible in the north and plains of Bangaldesh
can be seen from the peak.
Umiam Lake: Also called Barapani because of its vastness this
lake is located 17 km awayfrom Shillong and it offers awesome
beauty of its surroundings that has a great appealamong water
sports enthusiasts since it offers water sport facilities like
Sailing, WaterSkiing,Cruise, Speed and Paddle Boating etc. With
variety of fishes it also an anglersparadise. Nehru Park which is
nearby of the Umiam Lake, offers an Aviary and an orchidHouse,
which are enriched by rare species of birds and beautiful
collection of various Fernsand Orchids
The Shillong Golf Course: Shillong has one of India's oldest
golf courses and also one ofthe largest golf courses in Asia and
the golf course is called Gleneagles of the East, that isnot only
scenic and enjoyable besides being one of the few natural golf
courses in Asia. Agroup of British Civil Service officers
introduced golf to Shillong in 1898 by constructing anine-hole
course. The present 18-hole course was inaugurated in 1924. The
longest holehere is the 6th, which is a grueling 594 yards.
The Shillong Cathedral: It is the largest Church in Meghalaya.
This is the principal place ofworship of thousands of Catholics of
the Shillong Archdiocese which covers the Khasi &
Jaitia Hills of Meghalaya. An Archdiocese is an area under the
jurisdiction of an Archbishop.The Cathedral was built over 50 years
ago. Since it also has the cathedra the seat orthrone of the Bishop
it is known as a Cathedral Church. This place of worship stands on
thevery site of the first Church built by the Salvatorian Fathers
from Germany that took up theMission of Assam. The earlier 1913
wooden building (the Church of the Divine Saviour)was destroyed in
the Good Friday fire of 1936.
Don Bosco North-East Museum: This Museum of Indigenous Cultures
at Malki is Asia'slargest Museum of Indigenous Cultures. The
visitors can have an overview of the whole ofNorth East India.
Raising into Shillong's skyline in a seven storey building with 17
well laidout Galleries of international standard containing
artifacts, paintings, fiberglass figures - all afeast to the eyes.
The topmost Gallery is where the visitors can relax & enjoy
some of therare dances of the North East.
The Botanical Garden of Shillong: This is located in the
vicinity of the Wards Lake andone of the favourite haunt among
tourists and locals. The landscaped garden specializes
inpreservation and research of various species of vegetation
especially those related to theMeghalaya. Located in a remote area
of the garden is also a treasure trove of varied
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