Assam's Top Travel Destinations – National Parks, River Islands, Temples & Tea Gardens
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Discover the Best Tourist Attractions in Assam – From Majuli to Kaziranga & Beyond
North-East India is truly a hidden gem, a region where nature’s magic unfolds at every turn. With its rolling hills, cascading rivers, thunderous waterfalls, mist-covered valleys, and dense emerald forests, the Northeast offers an experience unlike any other. During the monsoon, the landscape transforms into a lush wonderland, enhanced by a rich diversity of flora, fauna, and rare wildlife species that captivate nature lovers and adventure seekers alike.
Add to this the region’s soulful folk music, vibrant traditional dances, colorful festivals, and a delicious variety of ethnic cuisines, and it becomes clear why this part of India is often referred to as a "Paradise Unexplored." Tourists are also drawn to its exquisite handlooms and handicrafts, each piece telling a story of its indigenous roots.
At the core of this enchanting region lies Assam, a state that epitomizes the grace and natural bounty of the Northeast. Cradled by the mighty Brahmaputra River and blanketed in a thousand shades of green, Assam is a nature lover’s haven. Whether it’s the tranquil tea gardens, the majestic Kaziranga National Park, or the spiritual energy of Kamakhya Temple, Assam offers a diverse and soul-stirring travel experience.
Though renowned for its scenic landscapes, Assam also boasts rich historical heritage sites and ancient temples, making it an ideal destination for culture enthusiasts, history buffs, wildlife explorers, and spiritual seekers alike.
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Ajan Pir Dargah |
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Stuated in the Saraguri Chapori region, which is about 22 km from the town of Sivsagar Ajan Pir Dargah was built in the memory of the great Muslim reformer and saint Ajan Fakir. Ajan Fakir, born Shah Miran, also known as Azan Pir, Hazrat Shah Miran, and Shah Milan (presumably from Miran), was a Sufi Syed, poet, Muslim preacher and saint from the 17th century who came from Baghdad to settle in the Sivsagar area of Assam in the ... |
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Namdang Stone Bridge |
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Constructed by Ahom king Rudra Singha in 1703 the Namdang Stone Bridge (Namdang Hilo Haku in Assamese) made up of a single stone. This stone bridge on Namdang River was constructed by the craftsmen of Bengal. Later it was brought from there. This bridge is one of the magnificent structures built under the patronage of the Ahom kings. This bridge is thus also famous for its historical importance. |
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Tilinga Mandir (bell Temple) |
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Situtaed at Bordubi, a small town 7km fare from Tinsukia District of Assam the Tilinga Mandir is a famous Shiva Temple in upper Assam. Tilinga means "bell" in Assamese and mandir means "temple" .This Bell Temple is as spiritually and mystically strong as any other temple. There are hundreds and thousands of bells of all sizes in bronze, brass, copper and aluminum that are tied to the big peepal tree and on its various branche... |
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Athkhelia Naamghar |
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Situated at a distance of about 20 kms from Golaghat town the Athkhelia Namghar is constructed by the Ahom prince Gadapani, the husband of Sati Jaymoti around 1681 when he becomes the King of Ahom kingdom. For assamese peoples Athkhelia Namghar occupied a very important place in the hearts. |
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Dhekiakhowa Bornamghor |
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Established in 1461 A.D. by Sri Sri Madhabdev, the disciple of Sri Sri Sankardev (the preacher & propounder of Vaishnavism in Assam & the father figure of Assamese culture) Dhekiakhowa Bornamghor in Jorhat, Assam. It is located at Dhekiakhowa village of Jorhat, 15 km towards the east of Jorhat town, 3.5 km away from National Highway 37. It is called a Bornamghar because of its historical association and large campus. A Namgho... |
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Sri Surya Pahar |
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Located about 12 km southeast of Goalpara town Sri Surya Pahar is a significant but relatively unknown archaeological site in Assam. The Surya Pahar temple is an ancient sun worship center. The site is a hilly terrain where several rock-cut Shivalingas, votive stupas and the deities of Hindu, Buddhist and Jain pantheon are scattered in an area of about one km. Literally an art gallery of sculptures, Surya Pahar (Hill of the Su... |
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Kamakhya Temple |
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The Kamakhya Temple is a Shakti Peeth temple situated on the top of the scenic Nilachal Hill at about 800 feet above the sea level overlooking the majestic river Brahmaputra. |
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Laokhowa Wildlife Sanctuary |
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Located just 25 km from Nagoan town of Assam the Laokhowa Wildlife Sanctuary is a home to innumerable species of birds, animals and plants. Its main attraction is the Great Indian one horned Rhinocerous. Other animals found here are Indian royal Bengal tiger, elephant, Wild Boar, Civet Cat, Leopard Cat, Hog Deer, Asian water buffalo, about 200 species of birds, including the Bengal Florica, Leopard, Asiatic Buffalo etc. The wi... |
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Burachapori Wildlife Sanctuary |
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With area of 44.06 sq. kms covered Burachapori Wildlife Sanctuary is located on the southern bank of river Brahmaputra in the Sonitpur district, Assam. The Burachapori Wildlife Sanctuary is actually a part of the Laokhowa Wildlife Sanctuary. In fact though these two wildlife sanctuaries in Assam have two different names, they are eologically and geographically a singular entity. 60% of the sanctuary is grassland. |
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Sonai Rupai Wildlife Sanctuary |
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With area of 220 sq. kms covered Sonai Rupai Wildlife Sanctuary is located at Tezpur, in the district of Sonitpur, Assam. The sanctuary spreads all the way along the foothills of the Great Himalayan range. Spread on a sprawling area, this sanctuary which extends along the foothills
of the Himalayan range, offers a splendid view of both wildlife and the surroundings. Being well linked via air, rail and road, Sonai Rupai Wild... |
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