Famous Places To Visit In Assam
Assam has a very old civilization and the history of people living on this land goes back to the pre-historic time. There are plenty of tourist destinations in Assam that can be categorized according to the various types of interest of tourists, which may include Natural attractions which are abundant in Assam, and historical and cultural attractions. In this blog let’s see some famous places to visit in Assam.
Top 10 famous places to visit in Assam
1. Kaziranga National Park
Kaziranga National Park is also one of the World Heritage Sites as it is inhabited by two-thirds of the world’s great one-horned rhinoceros. It also has tiger, elephant, wild water buffalo, and swamp deer inside the park.
Covering an area of 430 sq km, Kaziranga has beautiful features like tall elephant-dominated grasslands, marshes, and tropical moist mixed deciduous forests. Self-driving and elephant back adventures are common tourist attractions within the park.
Famous for: One-horned rhinoceros, diverse wildlife
Activities: Safari tours, wildlife photography, bird watching
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2. Majuli (Famous Places To Visit In Assam)
Majuli is one of the beautiful riverine island situated on the river Brahmaputra and is culturally very rich in its background. It is a hub of neo-Vaishnavite culture with hundreds of satras or monasteries some of which were established in the 15th century. It also has some peculiar festivals, native to Assam dances, and local pottery.
Famous for: World’s largest river island, cultural heritage
Activities: Exploring Satras (Vaishnavite monasteries), experiencing local festivals, boating
3. Guwahati
The state capital and the largest city of Assam is Guwahati which acts as the entry point to the entire northeastern region. Kamakhya Temple located in Guwahati is one of the holiest temples for Hindus and is recognized for its tantric practices. Peacock Island, with the Umananda Temple, which is located in the middle of the Brahmaputra River, also provides both, spiritual and aesthetic pleasure.
The Assam State Museum is the place to visit for a glimpse at the state’s cultural heritage; the Brahmaputra River is perfect for a tranquil boat ride.
Famous for: Urban city, temples, riverfront
Places to Visit: Kamakhya Temple, Umananda Temple, Assam State Museum, Brahmaputra River Cruise
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4. Sivasagar (Famous Places To Visit In Assam)
Sivasagar or Rangpur was the Ahom kingdom’s capital and a major historical location. Some of the signages that create an impression of the bygone era of the town include the Rang Ghar which is an Amphitheatre and the Talatal Ghar which is a palace having subterranean passages.
Shivadol is a group of three Hindu temples located at Sivasagar near the Sivasagar Lake which is one of the most important places for spiritual as well as archaeological tourism.
Famous for: Historical monuments, Ahom dynasty architecture
Places to Visit: Rang Ghar, Talatal Ghar, Sivasagar Lake, Shivadol
5. Tezpur
Located on the northern side of the mighty Brahmaputra River, Tezpur is also referred to as the ‘The City of Eternal Romance’. Agnigarh Hill is a historical place where the famous legend of the eternal lovers Ratnakar and Chandi is associated with the place; from here one can get excellent views of the city.
Mahabhairab Temple is one of the oldest temples located in the Nepalese kingdom and is devoted to Lord Shiva. There is Nameri National Park nearby offering great opportunities for those, who like rafting, trekking, and bird watching.
Famous for: Scenic beauty, historical sites
Places to Visit: Agnigarh Hill, Mahabhairab Temple, Nameri National Park
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6. Jorhat (Famous Places To Visit In Assam)
Jorhat is also known as the ‘Tea Capital of India’ because of the many tea estates found in the district. This is also evidenced by the Tocklai Tea Research Institute, which is considered one of the oldest and largest tea research stations in the world, where it is possible to study the principles of tea cultivation and processing.
Dhekiakhowa Bornamghar is one of the oldest places of worship constructed by the saint-reformer Madhavdeva. The Jorhat Gymkhana Club established in 1876 has a beautiful golf course and is considered to be historically prominent.
Famous for: Tea gardens, cultural institutions
Places to Visit: Tocklai Tea Research Institute, Dhekiakhowa Bornamghar, Jorhat Gymkhana Club
7. Hajo
Hajo is a special place of worship that combines Hinduism, Islam, and Buddhism as a single faith. The Hindu temple of Hayagriva Madhava is known to have been the place where Lord Buddha achieved the state of Nirvana.
Powa Mecca is one of the significant Islamic shrines, which is believed to have the piece of the soil from Mecca. The Kedareswara temple is another Hindu temple for the Lord Shiva that is also significant to worship.
Famous for: Religious harmony, pilgrimage site
Places to Visit: Hayagriva Madhava Temple, Powa Mecca, Kedareswara Temple
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8. Dibrugarh (Famous Places To Visit In Assam)
Dibrugarh, popularly called the “Tea City of India”, is located in the lap of tea gardens some of which render the best of Assam tea. These estates can be toured by visitors to learn about the processes of tea production and even get to taste some tea.
The Dehing Patkai Wildlife Sanctuary located in the North Eastern state of Assam is known as the ‘Amazon of the East’ that has biodiversity where forest and wildlife are abundant. The Jokai Botanical Garden is quite formal and provides a beautiful environment with many kinds of plants.
Famous for: Tea estates, scenic beauty
Places to Visit: Tea Gardens, Dehing Patkai Wildlife Sanctuary, Jokai Botanical Garden
9. Manas National Park
Manas National Park is a World Heritage Site and is famous for scenic beauty and biodiversity across the world. This park plays an important role in being home to vulnerable species like the Bengal tiger, Indian rhinoceros, and the pygmy hog.
Some of the activities that are allowed include; jeep driving, elephant riding, and nature walks where tourists are availed with a chance to tour the park as well as view the various plants and animals found in the park.
Famous for: UNESCO World Heritage Site, tiger reserve
Activities: Wildlife safari, bird watching, nature walks
10. Diphu (Famous Places To Visit In Assam)
Diphu is the district headquarters of the newly formed Karbi Anglong district and is a beautiful hill station with vast expanses of greenery and rich Karbi tribal life.
The Arboretum and Botanical Garden display many types of plants and there are many points for a picnic and strolling. Besides these, the District Museum is present which displays articles of tribal interest and provides glimpses of the traditions that thrive in the area.
Famous for: Hill station, tribal culture
Places to Visit: Arboretum, Botanical Garden, District Museum
