If you have not visited the northeastern states yet, you are truly missing out on some of the greatest treasures our country has to offer. Shillong is one of the gems of North East India that surely deserves a spot on your bucket list. The quaint town is home to some of the most scenic lakes, hilly landscapes, waterfall, churches and golf course. And now, Shillong is dressed in pretty pink with cherry blossom flowers blooming in every nook and corner. Last year, the Cherry Blossom festival was cancelled due to COVID-19. This year, the event will take place between November 25 and 27.
Some beautiful #cherryblossoms around #Shillong in the past years. It’s almost Cherry Blossom season and the #Shillong Cherry Blossom Festival is back! Join us from the 25th-27th November, 2021.@PMOIndia @kishanreddybjp @JM_Scindia @tourismgoi @MDoNER_India https://t.co/WzSxYyf1W7
— Conrad K Sangma (@SangmaConrad) November 4, 2021
Ayushmann Was In Awe Of The Beauty Of Shillong
Bollywood star Ayushmann Khurrana was shooting for his movie Anek in Shillong, and he was in awe of the beauty of the place. Ayushmann had an outdoor stint in Kaziranga, Assam and was then shooting in Meghalaya. The actor said that he was extremely fortunate to visit so many new places and make new memories. He further added that his movie Anek gave him the chance to explore India and marvel at its beauty like never before. Ri Kyanjai, In Shillong Is The Perfect Weekend Getaway.
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The Actor Was Blown Away With The Picturesque Locale Of Shillong
This was not Ayushmann’s first visit to Shillong, but he admitted that he had never been able to explore the place the way he wanted to. This was the first time he was shooting in Shillong, and he was blown away by how picture-perfect it is. The actor was all praises about the picturesque locale of Shillong and urged everyone to come and see this hidden gem. Shillong Turns Pretty And Pink In Countless Cherry Blossoms.
The actor planned to explore the city extensively when he was not shooting and took back unforgettable memories home. We wish to be soaking in Shillong just like Ayushmann.