Best Places To Visit In Assam - Backpackers Paradise

Best Places To Visit In Assam - Backpackers Paradise

Situated in-between the majestic lush green mountains and rivers, Assam is the most charming state in North East India lying in the wait to be explored.

Assam may not be a popular tourist destination but that is what makes it a backpackers paradise. You will often find yourself alone, lost in the mountains and being away from the crowd you will find solace. 

Have I got you excited yet? well, if not I will help you find the perfect places for you to visit in Assam and without any further delay lets take a look at these amazing tourist places in Assam to plan your adventure-packed trip to the North East. 


Guwahati:

Situated on the banks of the Brahmaputra river, Guwahati is one of the fastest-growing cities in India. Being the gateway to many other places in the North East, it also a tourist hub.

The ancient temples dotting the cityscape, the wildlife sanctuaries, scenic beauty of the Brahmaputra and its culture make it one of the most visited tourist places in North East India.

Kaziranga National Park:

Assam is a sweet haven for wildlife enthusiasts and Kaziranga National Park is all the proof you need. A UNESCO world heritage site, the park houses a variety of extravagant fauna.

There are numerous wild species such as tiger, elephant, rhinoceros, Indian bison, sambar, deer and many more. If you love birds, you need to be here during winter as migratory birds are seen in great numbers. 

You could go round the park in a jeep or car!.

Kamakhya Temple:

Kamakhya Temple is located on Nilachal Hill, Guwahati top at an altitude of 800 feet above sea level. River Brahmaputra flows on the northern side of the hill. The temple is over 2200 years old.

It offers a stunning view of rivers and hills. Whatever faith one follows in life, being at this location would make one experience divinity.

Brahmaputra River: 

Your trip to Assam will not be complete if you do not cruise river Brahmaputra. Dividing the city into 2 halves, the majestic flow of the river offers stunning views and great entertainment. 

The Brahmaputra is the longest river in the country and cruising on the river that flows through the rich beauty of Assam is a unique experience. 

North Cachar Hills:

Far from the maddening crowd and nestled in the pristine lap of nature; North Cachar Hills are amongst the best sightseeing places in Assam that you can think of!. 

The rollings hills are home to many tribes in Assam like Dimasa, Hmar, Kuki, Zeme, Biate and Hrangkhol, who have their own customs, dialects and traditions. 

Sibsagar:

It is well known for its Ahom palaces and monuments. There are many tanks Rudrasagar, Joysagar, Gaurisagar and Borphukuri.

In addition to that, you will find the Rang Ghar which is a double-storied, oval-shaped, amphitheatre with a roof shaped like an inverted boat.

Majuli Island:

Majuli’s eye-warming naturescapes make it one of the top tourist places in Assam. It is the world’s largest riverine island.

The Majuli islands are spread over an area of around 452 sq km and most of these get submerged underwater during the monsoons, leaving the bigger islands like Kamalabari, Auniati, and Garamur on the surface.

Tezpur:

One of the most beautiful cities in Assam, Tezpur is another major tourist place in Assam due to its scenic natural beauty. 

The river Brahmaputra flowing through the city further adds to the beauty of this place. Tezpur is also the cultural hub of Assam because of its theatre, traditional dances and cultural events. 

Kakochang Waterfalls:

The waterfall is located 13 km from the Bokakhat in Jorhat and attracts tourists in great numbers year-round. 

Apart from providing a refreshing retreat, this waterfall gives splendid views of the ruins of Numaligarh and lush green tea plantations. 

Located close to the Kaziranga National Park, Kakochang is among the must-visit Assam points of interest.

Panimoor Falls:

Despite being situated over a 100 km away from the Haflong town, this waterfall is one of the major attractions in Haflong.

This picture-perfect place has featured in a number of movies and this magnificent place will never fail to fill your mind with calmness and serenity.

So, just pick your camera and make sure you stop by here for capturing a few of your own special moments.

Haflong Lake:

Haflong Lake is undoubtedly the most beautiful lake and best tourist place in Assam, India. 

Located in the heart of the city, this lake is the perfect tourist spot that offers travellers the chance to indulge in watersports, boating, fishing, and even bird watching owing to the thousands of migratory birds that take refuge here in winter. 

Thuruk Village Dima Hasao:

Thuruk is a small village in the Tehsil or block of Haflong in the district of Dima Hasao of Assam. The town of Haflong is 41 km away from the village of Thuruk.

This is perhaps the only place in the state which experiences snowfall in the winter. The place is surrounded by hills, and there are a few trekking trails, which makes it favoured by the trekkers.

Chirang:

Carved out of the Bongaigaon district, Chirang boasts of scenic landscape, beautiful Bodo people, meandering rivers and the rich wildlife. 

The district also reflects the magnificent history of the lovely state of Assam.

Darrang:

On the Northwestern side of the mighty River Brahmaputra, and in the central part of Assam, the Darrang district is situated. 

Tourism in this district has a good prospect as a number of different places of interest exist and a number of festivals are observed in this region.