Shillong which is the beautiful summer hill station is the capital city of the state Meghalaya in India. It is one of the most famous cities in India and also referred as the 'Scotland of the East' because it is said that it cues to the European settlers of Scotland so. The scenic views of the valley touch the heart of the arrivals and many of the beautiful destinations that increasing the beauty of this hill station and becoming the reason of attraction for the tourists. It situated between Brahmaputra and Surma valleys so it has the cooler climate than the other location of India.

Shillong is well-connected with all the major cities of India and many sources of travelling available to arrive here like railways, airways, and roadways. The city of Shillong is at the distance of 30 km from the Shillong Airport that carries within an hour. From there, you can take the assistance of a car hire services from Shillong Airport and visit all the major destinations of the city. Some destinations are following: -

Shillong View Point: -

It is also called Shillong peak that is the highest point of the city from where one can easily view the beauty of the entire city. The evening and morning views of the city from here may be a remembering moment for every nature lovers. The rays of the sun give it the amazing views of the shining on sunrise and sunset time that make it more gorgeous in beauty. It is approximately 40 km from Shillong Airport via NH 40 and Shillong Bypass Road and 10 km from Shillong railway station.

Elephant Falls: -

It is a beautiful lake that was named by the British due to an elephant resembling rock near the left side of the main waterfall. The elephant shaped rock was destroyed in the earthquake of 1897 AD. There are three waterfalls in the queue of this fall and the others two also situated just at the few minutes distance from here. It is 37 km from the Shillong Airport via NH 40 and Shillong Bypass Road and 12 km from the railway station of Shillong via NH 40. By riding a taxi service in Shillong, you can easily visit the entire city.

Air Force Museum: -

On the way of elephant Falls, Air Force Museum is situated at out of the Shillong city, just near the airport. It has no any charges for entry and it has the huge collection of the different era pictures that despite the many situations like 1971 Bangladesh war, its first activity in fields, different aircraft and more. After arriving here, you can find more knowledge related to the airforce. It is 13 km from the main city of Shillong via NH 40 and 12 km from Shillong railway station.

Khasi Heritage Village: -

To view the ancient culture of the state Meghalaya, Khasi Heritage Village is one of the major sources that help you to view the different historical and cultural activities. The simple living style of the people and the old style becoming here the reason of attraction for the visitors. Among the hills, it has the different beauty of attraction. Just 25 km from Shillong, you can visit by any car rental services from Shillong.

Spread Eagle Falls: -

Spread Eagle Falls is the widest waterfalls of Shillong and situated in the Shillong cantonment area. It is soaring with the huge pool from three sides that adding the twice beauty in it. At the distance of 6 km from the city, Spread Eagle Falls is also known as the Sati Falls. It is one of the popular waterfalls and the best location for the picnic and the pleasure purposes. Surrounded by the natural beauty, it is the widest waterfalls of the Meghalaya State.

Sweet Falls: -

The name is telling the quality of this falls. It is the most beautiful waterfalls of this destination. It looks most beautiful from a unique distance but the people who belonging from here believe that it is a haunted waterfall. The trekking at this falls is most competitive and risky due to the directly and straight climbing. Travelling by a rental car in Shillong, it is 9 km via Shillong- Elephant Falls Road and from happy valley, it is just 5 km.