Shillong

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  Shillong is the capital of Meghalaya. Meghalaya is a state in the north-eastern part of India. Shillong has made progress in its size. It has also become significant since it was made the civil station of the Jaintia and Khasi Hills by the British in 1864 A.D. Shillong's opportune location between the Brahmaputra and Surma valleys made it the headquarters of the new administration on the formation of Assam as a Chief Commissioner's Province in 1874 A.D. its soothing climate also became a reason for this. There is much more to know about Shillong, in which the following article attempts to deal with.

  Location Of Shillong

  

  Shillong is located on the Shillong plateau in the north-eastern state of Meghalaya. Shillong lies at the plateau's center.

  Best Time To visit Shillong

  Ideal season to visit Shillong is from the month of October to March.

  Climate Of Shillong

  Shillong has a sub-tropical climate along with gentle summers and nippy to cold winters due to the high elevation and latitude of this place. Geography and topography of Shillong is an interesting one.

  Heterogeneous Population of Shillong

  The majority of the population of Shillong belongs to the tribe of Khasi. There are minorities of Bengalis and Nepalese. Inspite of being varied, people live in complete harmony with each other.

  Society Of Shillong

  The society of Khasi tribe, which is predominant in Shillong, is matrilineal. Hence, mother is the head of the family. The daughter, who is the youngest one in the family, has the right to own the property and the surname of mother is conceded on to children.

  Miscellaneous About Shillong

  1. Shillong houses a multitude of waterfalls. It is also known as the 'Scotland of East'. In the food habits of the inhabitants and architecture of the town, British legacy is clearly evident.
  2. The houses have slanting roofs with a big number of windows. The floors in the houses are wooden. Shillong lies in the area where earthquakes and rains are very common, so these styles of houses are defensive.
  3. A lot of global and Indian rock groups trip Shillong every year. Shillong itself has fashioned many legends in rock music. These legends are significantly renowned throughout the country.
  4. Several eminent personalities of the past have been associated to Shillong in one or the other way.

  Shillong continued to be the capital of undivided Assam till the new state of Meghalaya was created on January 21, 1972. Shillong is important enough to be the headquarters of East Khasi Hills district. It rains heavily here and the rainy season lasts here longer than rest of India. Thus, it is necessary to carry an umbrella with you. During monsoon, waterfalls are in full strength. This pleasant and pollution-free place is surrounded by hills and sends you an invite to visit here. In a nut shell, only this could be said about Shillong that it is the monarch of all the hill stations in the north-eastern region.