States Assam Nagaon

Nagaon Travel Guide

Set amidst sprawling landscapes, lush meadows, and water bodies Nagaon is a beautiful destination in Assam. Nagaon is home to thousand varieties of flora and fauna and well-known wildlife sanctuaries. This place is one of the must-visit destinations in Assam and it has other attractions like Akashiganga waterfall, Pokhi Tirtha, Madhab Than, Samantagiri to name a few. Besides, one prime attraction that is often visited by tourists is Kaziranga National Park and the one-horned Rhinoceros.

An Insight into Nagaon Tourism in Assam

Located in the evergreen state of Assam, Nagaon is a beautiful place to be and it is home to the world-famous Kaziranga National Park. It is well-known for being able to successfully conserve the one-horn rhinoceros and many other threatened and endangered species. The national park mainly consists of sprawling landscapes, woodlands, and water bodies and is home to thousands of species of flora and fauna. It lies partially in the Nagaon district and your tour is incomplete without a visit to this place. Nagaon happens to be one of the most populous districts of Assam and is also known as the Rice Bowl. Tourism flourishes in this part of the state as apart from the Kaziranga National Park, there are a lot of things to do and see here. From monasteries to beautiful river ports, there is something for everyone.

The Laokhowa Wildlife Sanctuary is also an important tourist destination and is home to the great Indian one-horned rhino, leopard, tiger, hog deer, and wild cat to name only a few. On the other hand, places like Jamunamukh, Lumding, and Chaparmukh are famous for candles, earthenware and the like in the district of Nagaon.

For bird watchers, Pokhi Tirtha is a must-visit place as it has thousands of migratory birds coming from all across the world during the winters. Silghat is one of the most famous sightseeing places as it has many ancient temples and has a river port lying along the Brahmaputra. Another place of interest is Ranthali, which is famous for traditional gold-plated Assamese ornaments.

For spiritual people, there is Bordowa, which is Mahapurush Srimanta Sankardeva’s birth place. He is said to be the founder of Vaishnavism in the state of Assam. The place has a small museum and two Satras or monasteries.

For kids, the Rockland Amusement Park happens to be a major attraction with all kinds of thrilling rides. Another picturesque tourist attraction is Champawati Kundi that has a beautiful waterfall, it’s a magnificent site to see, especially during the monsoons. Doobka also has a beautiful waterfall called the Akashiganga.

Nagaon is an important tourist destination in North East India and is perfect for holidays, whether with family, friends, or that special one. We at Tour My India offer holiday packages and a detailed travel guide that will make your tour of Nagaon hassle free and a memorable one.

Popular Tourist Places to See in Nagaon

Nagaon is one of the largest districts in Assam and it has many tourist attractions. This place has a number of temples and wildlife reserves, some must visit attractions are Shiv Temple, Nagaon Kala Mandir, Kaziranga National Park, Laokhowa Wildlife Sanctuary, Nagong Baptist Church etc. Certainly, a one stop destination to seek spiritual guidance and be one with nature.

Where to Stay in Nagaon?

Nagaon is a two hour journey from Guwahati, and hence, it provides hotels and lodges for visitors coming to Nagaon. This place has numerous accommodation options that suit everybody's budget from pocket-friendly options to expensive. Nagaon also runs government circuit houses keeping in mind every detailed amenities and facilities.

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