Shillong
Shillong is a city in the northeastern part of India and the capital of Meghalaya, India.[1]It is also known as the ‘Scotland of the East’, because of its misty clouds and luscious greenery.[2]According to the 2011 census it is the 330th most populous city in India with a population of 143,229.[3][4]Shillong is well known for it's climate, waterfalls, and hills. It also receives a high amount of rainfall throughout the year.[5]
Shillong
Scotland Of The East | |
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Capital city | |
 Shillong View Point | |
  Shillong Location of Shillong in Meghalaya  Shillong Shillong (India) | |
| Coordinates: 25°34′56″N 91°53′40″E / 25.58222°N 91.89444°ECoordinates: 25°34′56″N 91°53′40″E / 25.58222°N 91.89444°E | |
| Country |  India |
| State | Meghalaya |
| District | East Khasi Hills |
| Government | |
| • Body | Shillong Municipal Board |
| • Director | B. S. Sohliya |
| Area | |
| • Total | 64.36 km2 (24.85 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 1,495−1,965 m (4,908−6,449 ft) |
| Population (2011) | |
| • Total | 143,229 |
| • Density | 234/km2 (610/sq mi) |
| Language | |
| • Official | Khasi, English |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
| PIN | 793 001 – 793 102 |
| Telephone code | 0364 |
| Vehicle registration | ML-05 |
| Website | eastkhasihills |
Weather
Shillong is at a height of 1,525 meters above sea level, the city extends about 64.36km2 regions. Its average weather is about 24 Degree Celcius with 70% humidity. Monsoon with heavy rainfall usually starts from the month of June to August.
References
- ↑ https://www.dictionary.com/browse/shillong
- ↑ https://www.theindianpanorama.news/travel/monsoon-destinations-in-india/
- ↑ https://www.censusindia.gov.in/pca/SearchDetails.aspx?Id=315259
- ↑ https://www.sentinelassam.com/life/about-shillong-meghalaya-travel-guide-festivals-and-personalities-541754
- ↑ https://www.india.com/travel/articles/what-to-experience-in-shillong-scotland-of-the-east-3626544/