About Shillong Peak
Shillong Peak is the highest point in Shillong, located about 10 km from the city centre in the East Khasi Hills of Meghalaya at an elevation of around 1,965 metres above sea level. Situated within an Indian Air Force station at Upper Shillong, it offers panoramic views of Shillong city, the Himalayas and the plains of Bangladesh. Revered as a sacred site by the Khasi people, it is a popular viewpoint and sightseeing destination.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a hilltop viewpoint accessed via a winding road through Upper Shillong and a short climb to the summit platform. The site offers 360-degree panoramic views of Shillong city, surrounding valleys, and on clear days the Himalayan ranges and Bangladesh plains. A telescope is available for closer views. The peak is located inside an Indian Air Force radar station area with restricted access, and features a small sacred site revered by the local Khasi community.
Key highlights
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Highest point in Shillong at approximately 1,965 metres above sea level
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Panoramic 360-degree views of Shillong city, Khasi Hills and Bangladesh plains
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Telescope facility at the viewpoint for enhanced viewing on clear days
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Located within an Indian Air Force station with radar installation
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Sacred site dedicated to U Shulong, revered by the Khasi tribe
History of Shillong Peak
Shillong Peak houses an Indian Air Force radar station established for air surveillance over the eastern region. The peak has long been known as the highest point around Shillong and has served as a strategic lookout. It remains under Air Force administration with restricted civilian access.
Culture & Context
The peak is sacred to the Khasi people and is associated with the deity U Shulong. According to local belief, U Shulong protects the Shillong region, and rituals are traditionally associated with the site. The peak remains an important cultural landmark for the Khasi community.
Route
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