Every year, Japan’s Cherry Blossom Festival draws thousands of visitors, including renowned figures like Mohanlal, who experienced its beauty firsthand. However, India boasts its own counterpart, the Shillong Cherry Blossom Festival, captivating visitors in the northeastern region. Located at the RBDSA Sports Complex in Meghalaya, the festival transforms Shillong’s streets with a pink hue, creating a picturesque setting for attendees.
This annual event, unfolding at the convergence of nature, civilization, music, and art, is a spectacle of diverse experiences. Notably, renowned personalities like Ronan Keating, Ne-Yo, Jonas Blue, Sanam, and DJ Pink Panda headline the festival, contributing to its vibrant musical atmosphere. The festival’s diverse lineup includes cross-play competitions, beauty contests, orchestras, graffiti, art installations, karaoke contests, a Ferris wheel, and exhilarating zipline rides.
Meghalaya’s Tourism Minister, Paul Lyngdoh, anticipates a staggering daily influx of 30,000 visitors this year, projecting a total of around 1 lakh attendees by the festival’s culmination on November 19. Notably, the majority of these visitors are expected to come from outside the State, underscoring the festival’s growing popularity and its role in attracting a diverse audience.
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