Assam, known for its wildlife, archeological sites and tea plantations. Guwahati in Assam has features silk bazaars and the hilltop Kamakhya Temple. Umananda Temple sits on Peacock Island in the Brahmaputra river. In this article, we will know about Top Visiting Places for Tourists in Assam.
Kaziranga National Park
Kaziranga National Park is one of India’s national treasures in terms of flora and fauna. Located in the state of Assam in North-Eastern India, its total area is shared by the districts of Nagaon, Golaghat and Karbi Anglong placing it roughly at the centre of the state. Known to the largest population of the one-horned rhino on earth.
Majuli
Majuli has been the cultural capital and the cradle of Assamese civilization for the past 500 years. The satras set up preserve antiques like weapons, utensils, jewellery and other items of cultural significance. Majuli is a lush green environment-friendly, a pristine and pollution-free freshwater island in the river Brahmaputra.
Dibrugarh
Dibrugarh is known for its tea and oil industries. Dibrugarh is known as the ‘Tea City of India’ because it is the gateway to the three tea producing areas of India.
Barpeta
Barpeta is famous for its Vaishnavite Thaans and Neo Vaishnavite Satras that are spread across adjoining areas like Sundoridiya and Patbaukhi. The major Satra is however located at the centre of the town, locally called the Kirtanghar.
Dibru Saikhowa National Park
The Dibru Saikhowa National Park, created especially for the conservation of the rare and endangered white-winged wood duck, now houses numerous species of endangered mammals, reptiles and birds. The park is also home to nearly 50 feral horses, which can be spotted in the northern part of the park at the Churkey Chapori area.
Manas National Park
Manas National Park is a UNESCO Natural World Heritage site, a Project Tiger Reserve, an Elephant Reserve and a Biosphere Reserve in Assam. The only tiger reserve in Assam and also famous for the rare golden langur and the red panda, Manas is one of the best-kept national parks in India.
Umananda Island
The Umananda Island and temple are in the midst of the river Brahmaputra and you can reach here only by a ferry. However, you can reach the ferry ghat by a 3-wheeler, a cab, or a taxi. It takes about 10 minutes to reach the island with most ferries/motorboats operating between 7 am and 5 pm.
Summary
These are few Top Visiting Places for Tourists in Assam. We’re pretty sure that these will take you by surprise and give you an impeccable holiday experience. Assam requires your dedicated attention if you really want to experience the true culture and beauty of this beautiful northeastern state. Just a week won’t do justice to cover all these places.
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