Introduction: A lovely lump of Assam-East India
Assam is a wonderful place that is found in the centre of the North-East of India. On the one hand, there is the broad Brahmaputra river, on the other hand is the one horned rhinoceros of Kaziranga national park, on the other hand is the vaishnava culture of Majuli Island, the spirituality of Kamakhya temple and the gigantic form of folk life. Assam is the right place to go to in case you are seeking out nature, historical places and sites, and religious sites as well as culture.
Where and how to go?
State: Assam
The capital city is Dispur (Guwahati).
Languages: Assamese, Bengali, Hindi, English
Main cities: Guwahati, Sivasagar, Jorhat, Dibrugarh
On the Airline:
Guwahati International Airport (LGBI) – Direct flights from Kolkata, Delhi, Bengaluru, Mumbai
On the train:
Guwahati Railway Station – Connected to almost all major cities of the country
On the road:
It is connected to different parts of India by NH-27 and NH-37
You can go to Assam by state transport or by private bus.
When are you going to Assam?
The characteristics of the season
Winter November-February Cold, clear skies, best for safaris and cruises
Spring March-April Flowering, Pahela Baishakh and Bihu Festival
Monsoon June-September is green in nature, but there is a risk of flooding
Where do u stay?
Guwahati:
Vivanta by Taj
The Radisson Blu
Hotel Atithi (budget friendly)
Kaziranga:
Iora – The Retreat.
The Wild Grass Lodge
The forest eco-resort
Majuli Island:
La Maison de Ananda (Homestay)
Dekasang Resort (local style cottages)
Best tourist attractions of Assam
1. The Kamakhya Temple
The Shaktipeeth Kamakhya Temple located in Guwahati is one of the ancient and sacred Hindu temples of India and is positioned on Nilachal Hills. It is the Tantra centre as well.
Timings: 8 am 1 pm, 2: 30 pm 5: 30 pm
Special attraction: Ambubachi Mela (the month of June)
2. The Kaziranga National Park
It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site whereby one could find 70 percent of the world one-horned rhinos.
It opens in November and closes in April
Safari time: 7.00 am- 9.00 am, 3.00 pm- 5.00 pm
There are two Safaris: Jeep Safari and Elephant Safari
Tip: The best thing is elephant safari in the early morning.
3. The island of Majuli
The river of Brahmaputra contains the largest river island in the world. Vireau terms it memorable and the house of Vaishnav culture, place of Satra and mask art and beauty of the riverside rural.
What to see: Shatr (Satr) Mask Center/ Dance and Folk Culture
The way to get there: Get to Jorhat by ferry and into Majuli.
4. The Umananda Island
It is a small island in the middle of the Brahmaputra River, with Shiva temples and hilly surroundings.
Just 10 minutes by boat from Guwahati.
A unique place to watch the sunset
5. Brahmaputra River Cruise
Evening Brahmaputra Cruise from Guwahati – Romantic and enthralling experience. Music, dinner and a river cruise in the city lights.
Popular food of Assam.
The description of the food
Assamese Thali Rice, Sour Fish, Sidi Rice, Brinjal Pitika
Fish sauce cooked with sour cream
Pita and Ladoo sweets prepared on the occasion of Bihu
Chicken meat cooked with local spices and eggplant
Where to eat? Khorikaa, Paradise Hotel (Guwahati) Traditional Food Court (Majuli)
What do you want to buy from Assam?
Silk and silk sarees
Assamese Towels and Jewellery
Masks and Handicrafts of Majuli
Assam is famous for tea.
A five-day trip to Assam
Day 1: Guwahati
Kamakhya Temple
Umananda Island and Brahmaputra Cruise
The local market
Day 2: Departure to Kaziranga (5 hours by car)
Jeep Safari in the Afternoon
Watch the local folk dance at the resort.
Day 3: Elephant safari and jungle safari
elephant safari in the morning
The Orchid and Biodiversity Park
Return to Guwahati in the afternoon.
Day 4: Majuli Island
Take it back via Jorhat
Sightseeing, mask-making
Staying at home at night
Day 5: Flight / Train from Majuli to Guwahati
The best place to take pictures
Main Gate and Hilltop of Kamakhya
Brahmaputra River
Picture with Rhinoceros in Kaziranga
Masks next to an artist in Majuli
With locals wearing silk sarees in the tea garden
Tips for travelling
Wear warm clothes (especially in the winter)
Book Safari in advance
Use a waterproof bag and camera cover.
Respect the local culture.
Be careful on the river
Conclusion
Assam is not a State but its sentiment. Where nature, culture and spirituality are so immense that they form an experience giving it an unprecedented porportion. This journey in Assam which will take you five days will be a memorable event in life due to the feeling that it will give you.
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