chalets meaning This sprawling hill station was the capital of British-created Assam from 1874 until 1972. Since bec

Bus & Sumo Distance buses leave from the Interstate Bus Terminal (ISBT) 8km east of Guwahati. Private bus operators run shuttle services from their offices to the ISBT. With extensive networks are Network Travels (%2522007; GS Rd), Deep (%2152937; Heramba Prasad Borua (HPB) Rd) and Blue Hill (%2601490; HPB Rd). All companies charge the same regulated fares.

4 Sleeping & Eating Hotel Centre chalets meaning Point HOTEL $$ (%232359; Main Rd; r from 660; aW) The cheaper chalets meaning rooms at this new hotel bang in the town centre are splashed in smart white paint, but have cold water only showers, chalets meaning

This sprawling hill station was the capital of British-created Assam from 1874 until 1972. Since becoming the state capital of Meghalaya chalets meaning it has rapidly developed into a typical modern Indian town and in doing so some of its older buildings have been demolished. In parts it still retains its charm, the air is refreshingly cool and it has become a favourite holiday destination for domestic tourists.