The belief that Shillong most likely has the largest surviving matrilineal {women play a dominant role in the society} culture in the world, must in itself offer some kind of reassurance to women traveling to this North Eastern town. Shillong’s cottages that reflect the old-world charm of the British era, the Ward’s Lake and the delicious Jadoh and Dohkhlieh are some more reasons for individuals to undertake a solo trip here.