Assam Tourism

North East India has a  number of treasures that you can explore on your trip. Some of these destinations are more frequently visited by tourists than others and Assam is one amongst them. The largest state in the north east India, Assam tourism offers its visitors the best of both modern and traditional world. Add to this the beauty of nature and you have just the perfect destination to spend a funfilled holiday.

Dispur – The Capital City
Dispur was named the capital of Assam after Meghalaya was carved out of the Assam. Shillong, which was till then the capital of Assam became the capital of Meghalaya. Dispur is situated at the outskirts of Guwahati and is known for its natural beauty and tea gardens. It is a lovely place for travellers to visit.

Guwahati
Guwahati is the largest city of Assam and a base to travel to other parts of north east India. It is well connected with other parts of the country and and has number of attractions to enjoy.  The Brahmaputra river that flows through it is a chief attraction. Water sports like rafting and boat races can be enjoyed here. Apart from this sightseeing options on Guwahati tourism includes Kamakhya Temple, Bhubaneshwari Temple, Shiva Temple, Navagraha Temple, Vashistha Ashram and Guwahati Zoo.     

Other Famous Cities of Assam
Apart from Guwahati, there other cities and towns in Assam that attract a large number of tourists. These include Tezpur, Majuli, Silchar,Hajo and Sibsagar.  

Wildlife of Assam
Wildlife is one of the major drawers of crowd to Assam. Infact, the two wildlife sanctuaries – Kaziranga National Park and Manas National Park are hugely famous for their one horned rhino and tigers respectively.Orang National Park , Sonai Rupai Wildlife Sanctuary, Pabha or Milroy Sanctuary, Dibru-Saikhowa National Park (, Laokhowa Wildlife Sanctuary, Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary, Namber Wildlife Sanctuary, Pani Dihing Wildlife Sanctuary and Barandi Game Reserve are the other wildlife attractions of the state.

Adventure in Assam

Enjoying adventure in Assam is very popular. The popular adventure sports that can be enjoyed here include rafting,angling, river cruise, boat racing,mountaineering and trekking, mountain biking and cycling, para sailing, hang gliding and  bird watching.     

Assam Tea
Tea Gardens in Assam produce one of the best quality tea in the world. It is also the largest tea producing area in the world with more than 1,500,000 pounds of tea yearly yield. Assam Tea has a flavour that is rich, strong and full-bodied with a distinctive malty taste.

Accommodation in Assam
Travellers to Assam have plenty of options to stay. There are a number of hotels in Guwahati which is the main base for travellers. These include Hotel Rajmahal, Hotel Dynasty, Hotel Nandan, Hotel Kuber International, Hotel Brahmaputra Ashok, Hotel Rituraj and Wild Grass Lodge.    

Assam Tour Packages
There are a number of tour packages that you can take up to explore Assam and other north east Indian states. The Best of North East India Tours is one such package that will allow you to explore destinations like Guwahati, Shillong, Cherapunji and Kaziranga.

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Arunachal Pradesh Tourism

Assam Tourism

Assam located in the north eastern part of India is one of the most visited state of this region. The majestic charm of this state attracts the travelers from different parts of the world. The splendid view and the mesmerizing beauty of Assam casts its magic on every traveler.

Wildlife Tour:
The amazing state of Assam is known worldwide for its one horned rhino. The rich wild world of this state is very appealing. The thick forest and the green valleys are a home to a wide variety of flora and fauna. This place is like a paradise for the wildlife enthusiasts. Here one can see the different species of endangered animals and birds in their natural habitat. Tourists also know this state as the Shangri-La of north-east India. Kaziranga national park, Manas and Orang national parks, Pobitora wildlife sanctuary, Nambor wildlife sanctuary and Bornadi wildlife sanctuary are some of the best places to go on a wild safari.

Hill Stations Tour:
The state of Assam has some of the most serene and graceful hill stations of India. The breathtaking elegance and the calm atmosphere is very popular among the holiday-makers and young honeymooning couples. Both international and domestic travelers come here to relax their senses and to escape the hustle and bustle of the crowded cities. A trip of these hill station will prove to be very rejuvenating. The snow covered mountains and the lush green valleys are an added charm. Jatinga, Diphu, Umrangshu, Maibong and Haflong are the most visited hill stations of this state.

Pilgrimage Tour:
India is a vast country that has many pilgrim centers located in every state and Assam is no different from it. There are many temples and Buddhist monasteries located in this state. They are a part of the cultural heritage of this l;and and are an in built part of its ancient past. Devotees from every corner of the world visit this state to seek the blessings of the God. Most of these temples are situated very near to the banks of Brahmaputra river. Even the architecture of these temples and monasteries are very majestic. Kamakhya Devi temple, Basistha, Hajo, Mahabhairav and Balaji temple are most popular pilgrim centers of this state.

Adventure Tour:
Brahmaputra which is one of the largest rivers of world is the perfect destination to try yous hands in some spine chilling adventure sports while visiting Assam. Adventure lovers from all around the globe come to this state to experience the thrill in the waters of this river. They are also a good way to promote the tourism in this calm state. Gradually Assam has gained importance as the new destination in India for these sports.
River rafting, angling, boat racing golf, mountaineering, trekking, mountain biking, para sailing, hang gliding and river cruises are the most preferred and most popular adventure sports to try in Assam.

Monument Tour:
The monuments located in the state of Assam are the true architectural marvels. They reflect the traditional past of this colorful land and are very integral to its heritage. There are many historical monuments in this state. Some of them also belong to the medieval times. Shakti pilgrim spot, Assam state museum, Raidongia dol, Namdong stone bridge, Sibsagar tank, Gargaon palace, Pancharatna rock cut caves and Lachit Borphukan's maidam are the most well know historical monuments of this state.

Make your holidays memorable by visiting the beautiful state of Assam.

East India Tourism

East India is immensely beautiful and a true symbol of the rich Indian culture. It is also a home to many interesting and amazing tourist destinations. Bihar, Orissa, West Bengal and all the north-eastern states are the major tourist attractions of this region.

Heritage Tour: Visit the magnificent heritage sites of East India and experience the rich and traditional Indian Civilization. Globetrotters from all across  visit East India to witness the magnificent architecture of these monuments.  Konark Sun temple in Orissa, Bodhgaya and Nalanda University in Bihar and a journey in the Darjeeling Himalayan Railways are the most loved heritage tours of East India. They are the true beauties with that cast their magic on every traveler.

Wildlife Tour: Experience the rich treasure of amazing wildlife while visiting East India. It is truly a paradise for wildlife enthusiasts. Kaziranga wildlife sanctuary in Assam is the most famous in the whole of East India. It is a well known place for the one horned rhino. Beside that tourists can also visit Sunderbans wildlife park in West Bengal, Bhitar Kanika sanctuary in Bihar and Simlipal sanctuary in Orissa. Here tourists can also indulge themselves in some jungle safaris to get close to nature.

Pilgrimage Tour: The eastern part of India is very pious and is truly a holy land. It comprises of many shrines and mosques that have magnificent architecture. In Orissa Jagannath and Lingaraj temples are the most popular among thousands of devotees. One can also visit Dakshineshwar and Kali temples in West Bengal and Jalamandir and other popular Buddhist temples in Bihar. Many legends and myths are associated with these shrines. Devotees not only from India but also from the other parts of the world visit these sacred temples to fulfill their wishes. Followers of Buddhism can visit the Buddhist Monasteries of north-east.

Tour of North Eastern States: Assam, Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Tripura and Nagaland are the states that are located in the north-eastern part of India. They all are very small in comparison to other states but they are definitely the most beautiful states of India. The calm and peaceful atmosphere of north-east is very enchanting. The beautiful hill stations and mesmerizing mountain range of Himalayas attracts travel buffs from all across the globe.

Adventure Tour: Bring out the adventurer in you and feel the adrenalin rush. While in East India try sports like river rafting and boat racing in Assam, angling, trekking and camping in Arunachal Pradesh and Meghalaya and rock climbing in Nagaland.

Delicacy Tour: Experiment with your taste buds and try out the different cuisines of East India. They will definitely enhance your tongue. Try the delicious kinema curry, sel roti and pakku in Sikkim. Also taste bihari litti, pittha, sattu and khichdi in Bihar, rassogolla and begun bhaja in West Bengal and poda pitha and dalma in Orissa.

Visit East India and spend the best holidays of your life.