Nov 13, 2023
The capital city of Meghalaya is one of the prettiest places in northeast India. Shillong is beautiful throughout the year, but come autumn/winter, the city becomes so colourful with cherry blossoms, clear blue sky and wildflowers everywhere.
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Shillong’s biting cold winter days are yet to come so right now, enjoy the best of the mild autumn. Daytime is sunny and pleasant, perfect for outings.
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The city is usually surrounded by lush greenery but come autumn, the jacarandas, cherry and peach blossoms are simply everywhere.
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Autumn in Shillong is all about clear and blue skies, making it perfect for sightseeing.
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Shillong’s AQI is usually between 35-70, meaning cleaner air than most Indian cities. This time of year, the air is also fresh and crisp.
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Shillong has some of the best sunset scenes. The skies turn into the most vibrant shades of red, orange, yellow and pink as evening approaches.
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Compared to the peak tourist season, autumn sees fewer visitors, allowing for a more relaxed and intimate experience. Also, all tourist attractions will have shorter queues.
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Shillong in autumn is a photographer’s delight. For those who are into street photography, there’s no dearth of subjects.
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This is after all the harvest is done, so expect the markets to have all kinds of fresh produce. Fruits are abundant too.
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