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States › Assam › Guwahati

Guwahati Travel Guide

The largest, and the most important city in the region, Guwahati is a gateway to the Northeast where all the buzz takes place. It is here where one can find the post hotels, international airport, commercial hubs, local flavors and range of temples to explore. Scattering, Isn't it? When on a holiday in Guwahati make a point to visit Kamakhya Mandir, Bhubaneshwari Temple, ISKCON Temple, and Vashistha Ashram. There are some handful cultural centers to visit like Srimanta Sankardeva Kalakshetra.

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An Insight into Guwahati Tourism in Assam

Guwahati located in the state of Assam serves as one of the most visited destinations in North East India. The former name of Guwahati was Pragjyotishpur which means the city of eastern lights. Situated on the banks of the Brahmaputra River and surrounded by the Shivalik Hills, Guwahati serves a perfect getaway. The city has a plethora of tourist attractions which makes holidays here even more enjoyable and fun.

Among the many well known sightseeing places, the Kamakhya Mandir is one of the prominent religious sites of the city. This temple is known as one of the Shakti peethas as per the Hindu mythology. Many devotees from great distances travel to this temple to offer their prayers to the goddess. The shrine is located at the top of the Nilachal Hill and can be easily reached by availing any local means of transportation from the city. Another notable temple in the city is the Bhubaneshwari Temple which is located just above the Kamakhya Mandir.

Tourism in this city is incomplete without visiting the Guwahati zoo. The zoo has a huge collection of wildlife creatures and is a special attraction for kids. Just about a distance of two kilometers away from the city is the ISCKON Temple which is a calm and serene place and the structure of the temple is also quiet attractive. One can listen to bhajans and witness the aartis here and spend some time in solitude; feeling the warmth of the place. Another attraction of the city is the Nabagraha Mandir which is called as the temple of nine planets.

During the ancient days, this place used to be the centre of study of astrology. The Shiva temple of Umananda is another tourist attraction of the city where you can visit by boats and ferries. The Umananda Ghat is a lovely place where you can capture some good moments with your loved ones. The Vashistha Ashram is another site which is not to be missed out while you are in Guwahati.

Among the other tourism places in the city the Srimanta Sankardeva Kalakshetra is a cultural site which is worth visiting. The place has beautiful trails, lots of greenery, water pools, museums and an open theatre. The museum showcases various valuable items related to the legend Dr. Bhupen Hazarika. Anotherl must visit places in Guwahati comprise of Shilpgram and experiencing the amazing view of the sunset along the Brahmaputra River.

The city, Guwahati is not only recognized among the well known travel destinations in North East India but it is also regarded as the tourist’s base point from where one can reach and explore the other parts of Assam and the neighbouring states like Meghalaya. The other top things to do from this city are to travel to the Kaziranga National Park and enjoy wildlife safaris.

You can always trust us as your travel guide who will plan your vacations in the most exclusive and attractive manner so that you explore the place to the fullest. Moreover, our tailor made Guwahati holiday packages are designed to make your tour hassle free and a memorable one.

Popular Tourist Places to See in Guwahati

When in Guwahati, make a point to visit the iconic temples like Kamakhya Temple, Umananda Temple, ISKCON and Ugratara Temple. Indigenous cultures of the Assamese is fascinating too, which can be looked upon in Srimanta Sankardev Kalakshetra. Boat cruise over the Brahmaputra during the sunset and sunrise is unmissable.

Where to Stay in Guwahati?

Over a holiday in Guwahati, one can book a stay in some of the best hotel brands. Be it big hotels like Taj, and Radisson or medium budget ones like Ginger, one can find many hotels Guwahati offering a relaxing stay on a vacation. Tourists can find many budget accommodations that can spoil you with their services like Doctor on Call, Laundry Service, Parking Facility, Railway Station Transfer, etc.

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Best Holiday Packages for Assam

Guwahati is a part of almost every travel itinerary of Northeast tour packages. Whether you're looking for a weekend getaway or a cultural trip or temple tour, you're certainly at the right page. Our Guwahati holiday packages are just the right choices for the family tour, and budget vacations.