If you are looking for variety while choosing your holiday destination, Assam could be the perfect spot. Be it the natural scenery or culture of the people of Assam, you are sure to be awed by the variety and color Assam has to offer. People belonging to various cultures and races live here. The land has people following various faiths. Assam is home for various crafts as well. Though the picturesque state has so much to offer, ensure that you do not miss the top 5 places to visit in Assam.
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1.Guwahati
Guwahati is the largest city in the state of Assam and is situated on the banks of the Brahmaputra River.Guwahati is one of the fastest growing cities in India, with a population that has increased from 1.7 million to 2.3 million people since 2001. The city has a number of parks and gardens, including Lalgarh Palace Gardens, which was built by Maharaja Jagat Singh in 1746, and the Guwahati Botanical Garden, which was established in 1878.The city also features many Hindu temples such as Kamakhya Temple, one of Hinduism’s most important pilgrimage sites; Sri Krishna Temple; and Vaishnavite temples such as Sri Govindji Temple and Sri Radha Govindji Temple.
- Kaziranga National Park
- Manas National Park
- Umananda Temple
- Kamakhya Temple
- Assam Rajyik State Museum
- Guwahati Planetarium
- Navagraha Temple
- Nehru Park
- Brahmaputra River Cruise
2.Jorhat
Visitor’s Information:
- Famous for: History, Nature, Heritage, Culture, Vaishnavite.
- Major Attraction: Majuli and Dhekiakhowa Bornaamghar.
- Nearby Places: Tezpur, Dibrugarh.
- Ideal Visit Time: 2-3 days
- Jorhat is a perfect amalgamation of history, culture and natural beauty. This place has many attractions holding both national and international importance. Majuli located about 20 kms from Jorhat is an ecological hotspot and world’s largest river island. Jorhat Gymkhana Club is the first to be ever built in Asia and is also the third oldest in the whole world. A visit here would surely provide everyone with lifetime memories and therefore do add this scenic beauty on your list, while visiting Assam.Jorhat Town railway station (JTTN) is the nearest railway station with connectivity from all north eastern states. The nearest major railway junction having the best connectivity is New Tinsukia Junction railway station (NTSK), about 4 hours away . Take a cab, auto or bus from the station to Jorhat.
- Majuli Island
- Gibbon Wildlife Sanctuary
- Kakochang Waterfalls
- Gymkhana Club
- Tocklai Tea Research Centre
- Sukapha Samannay Kshetra
- Bangalpukhari
- Cinnamora Tea Estate
- Lachit Borphukan’s Maidam
- Thengal Bhavan
3.Tezpur
One of the most beautiful cities in Assam, Tezpur is another major tourist place in Assam due to its scenic natural beauty. The river Brahmaputra flowing through the city, further adds to the beauty of this place. Tezpur is also the cultural hub of Assam because of its theatre, traditional dances and cultural events. The tea estates around the city are also another attraction here.
- Nameri National Park
- Agnigarh
- Bamuni Hills
- Bura-Chapori Wildlife Sanctuary
- Chitralekha Udyan
- Da-Parbatia
- District Museum
- Ouguri Hill
- Padum Pukhuri
- Kalia Bhomora Setu
- Nag-Sankar Temple
- Ketakeshwar Dewal
4. Digboi
Asia’s first oil refinery, which is the second in world, is in Digboi. The oil town not only has refinery, which is over 100 years old but also has number of tea gardens. The place with misty blue hills offers various attractions including Digboi Oil Refinery, Ridge Point and Digboi Centenary Museum. From Ridge Point, you could have a stunning view of snow-clad mountains of eastern Himalayas. Digboi Centenary Museum gives you an insight into the history of the town.
- Nameri National Park
- Agnigarh
- Bamuni Hills
- Bura-Chapori Wildlife Sanctuary
- Chitralekha Udyan
- Da-Parbatia
- District Museum
- Ouguri Hill
- Padum Pukhuri
- Kalia Bhomora Setu
- Nag-Sankar Temple
- Ketakeshwar Dewal
5. Diphu
Diphu is situated in Karbi Anglong district in Assam. The town has various tourist attractions. If you love nature, you would love Arboretum, which is located near Diphu. The 13-hectare lush greenery offers spectacular views, which soothes your mind. Botanical Garden, which is a 5 km distance from Diphu, houses a variety of species of trees and plants. Boating facilities are available here. If you are keen to learn about the cultural past of the town, you need to visit District Museum. The museum was founded in 1886 and it displays artifacts that have archaeological importance and represent the culture of the land. You could find hunting tools used by the tribes here.
- Botanical Garden
- District Museum
- Arboretum
- Taralangso Cultural Centre
- Umwang
The moment you think of Assam, you might feel the tea taste in your mouth. If you visit tourist places in Assam, you will see that the state has a lot more to offer. Barpeta, Bongaigaon, Dispur, Goalpara, Karimganj, Nalbari and Silchar are also some places which are worth a visit in Assam. The scenic landscapes and the enthralling views of Assam make the place a traveler’s delight.
