Autumn Cherry Blossom in Meghalaya: When, Where, and How to See

By Priyanka Roshan | Nov 11, 2024

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When & Where to See Cherry Blossoms in Meghalaya?

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When & Where to See Cherry Blossoms in Meghalaya?

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How to See the Autumn Cherry Blossom?

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1. Visit in November-December

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2. Stay in Local Guesthouses

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3. Explore on Foot or by Bike

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Best Spots to See Cherry Blossom in Shillong

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1. Ward’s Lake

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2. Upper Shillong

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3. Golf Course:

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Autumn Cherry Blossom in Meghalaya: When, Where, and How to See

Autumn Cherry Blossom in Meghalaya: When, Where, & How to See

When & Where to See Cherry Blossoms in Meghalaya?

When & Where to See Cherry Blossoms in Meghalaya?

How to See the Autumn Cherry Blossom?

1. Visit in November-December

2. Stay in Local Guesthouses

3. Explore on Foot or by Bike

Best Spots to See Cherry Blossom in Shillong

1. Ward’s Lake

2. Upper Shillong

3. Golf Course: