SHILLONG: Valentine’s Day, a day commonly associated with romance and love was celebrated amidst jubilation and fanfare in the city on Thursday.
Couples thronged Police Bazar right from the early morning hours while restaurants and eateries across the city were packed.
In addition to this, tourist spots like Wards Lake, Umiam park, Matilang Park and Shillong Golf Course also witnessed an increase in the number of visitors.
Valentine’s Day, also called Saint Valentine’s Day or the Feast of Saint Valentine, is celebrated annually on February 14.
A website site known as Trawell also says that Shillong is among the 14 most romantic places to visit during Valentine’s Day as the capital happens to be an ideal place for couples looking to have fun.
“With its rolling green hills, pleasant weather, stunning lakes and gushing waterfalls, Shillong, the heavenly abode, provides the perfect setting for a romantic holiday. Walk hand-in-hand with your partner amidst pine conifers, relaxed on the banks of beautiful lakes, get wet in any of the waterfalls or participate in Strawberry festival, Shillong offers so many things to love birds,” the travel website said.
It was also seen that many working professionals in the city finished work early to be able to spend time with their loved ones.
