GUWAHATI
Some of the important places to visit in and around Guwahati
1. Kamakhya Temple – A prominent Shakti Peeth of Saktism.
2. Assam State Museum – Where one can have a glimpse of Assamese tradition and culture
3. Umananda Temple – A location which housed the Shiva Temple in the midst of Brahmaputra
4. Alfresco Grand – where one can enjoy a treat on river Brahmaputra
5. Nehru Park – A place of recreation
6. Guwahati Planetarium – where one can have a study of the constellation and observations
7. Guwahati Zoo – which exhibits the invaluable flora and fauna
8. Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary – where one can have a glimpse of the famous one horned rhino
9. Navagraha Temple – A religious place
10. Madan Kamdev – A temple depicting the symbol of love
2. Assam State Museum – Where one can have a glimpse of Assamese tradition and culture
3. Umananda Temple – A location which housed the Shiva Temple in the midst of Brahmaputra
4. Alfresco Grand – where one can enjoy a treat on river Brahmaputra
5. Nehru Park – A place of recreation
6. Guwahati Planetarium – where one can have a study of the constellation and observations
7. Guwahati Zoo – which exhibits the invaluable flora and fauna
8. Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary – where one can have a glimpse of the famous one horned rhino
9. Navagraha Temple – A religious place
10. Madan Kamdev – A temple depicting the symbol of love
11. Fancy Bazaar – Shopper's paradise
12. ISKCON Guwahati – Discussion on the works of Lord Krishna
13. Haajo – a historical place of importance
14. Pandu – originally a port in Guwahati
15. Bhuvaneshwari Temple – where one can have the whole view of the city
16. Regional Science Centre – a place to learn about science
17. Dispur – the capital of Guwahati
18. Dipor Bil – a lake where migratory birds often come
19. Umananda Island – a small river island which have the famous Umananda temple
20. Basistha Ashram – where the confluence of three tributaries
21. Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium – Organising ground for sports
22. Srimanta Sankardev Kalakshetra – Formed in memory of Srimanta Sankardev and various historical events
23. Sukreswar Temple – one of the finest location alongside the river brahmaputra
24. Saraighat Bridge – A bridge connecting the two banks of Brahmaputra river
25. Chandubi Lake – Serenity All Around
26. Guwahati War Memorial – where one can pay tribute to the martryrs
12. ISKCON Guwahati – Discussion on the works of Lord Krishna
13. Haajo – a historical place of importance
14. Pandu – originally a port in Guwahati
15. Bhuvaneshwari Temple – where one can have the whole view of the city
16. Regional Science Centre – a place to learn about science
17. Dispur – the capital of Guwahati
18. Dipor Bil – a lake where migratory birds often come
19. Umananda Island – a small river island which have the famous Umananda temple
20. Basistha Ashram – where the confluence of three tributaries
21. Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium – Organising ground for sports
22. Srimanta Sankardev Kalakshetra – Formed in memory of Srimanta Sankardev and various historical events
23. Sukreswar Temple – one of the finest location alongside the river brahmaputra
24. Saraighat Bridge – A bridge connecting the two banks of Brahmaputra river
25. Chandubi Lake – Serenity All Around
26. Guwahati War Memorial – where one can pay tribute to the martryrs
1. Kamakhya Temple- A prominent Shakti Peeth of Saktism.
It is located on the Nilachal Hills to the western part of Guwahati in Assam. Kamakhya Temple is one of the most revered shrines of Goddess Shakti in India. There are four important spots of temples (Shakti Peethas) considered as the temple of great divinity according to the Hindu scriptures, within the country and Kamakhya Temple is one of them. Kamakhya Temple celebrates the ability of the girl to present birth and is thought to be extremely auspicious among the followers of the Tantrik sect of Hinduism. It had been built and reconstructed between the 8th and 17th Centuries.
The temple entrance is beautifully designed with elegant carvings which are decorated with colourful flowers. The temple looks a massive dome which overlooks the Nilachal Hills within the background. The temple is thronged with devotees during the Ambubachi Festival and fare which is being held for 3-4 Days within the month of June.
The temple entrance is beautifully designed with elegant carvings which are decorated with colourful flowers. The temple looks a massive dome which overlooks the Nilachal Hills within the background. The temple is thronged with devotees during the Ambubachi Festival and fare which is being held for 3-4 Days within the month of June.
2. Assam State Museum - where one can have a glimpse of Assamese tradition and culture
The Assam State Museum is in the heart of Guwahati city and situated by the side of Dighali Pukhuri. it's one of the foremost museums of the North- East India. It offers great insights into the rich culture of ancient Assam and stores the immense and invaluable memories of the rich traditions of ancient Assam.
3. Umananda Temple-A location which housed the Shiva Temple in the midst of Brahmaputra
Umananda Devaloi is a temple of Lord Siva located in the Umananda Island in the midst of river Brahmaputra near opposite the office of the Deputy Commissioner of Kamrup or the Kachari Ghat in Guwahati.
It is known as smallest inhabited river island in the world. Visitors are taken to the island on country boats which are available on the bank of Brahmaputra. The temple has been built over the mountain known as Bhasmacala.
It is known as smallest inhabited river island in the world. Visitors are taken to the island on country boats which are available on the bank of Brahmaputra. The temple has been built over the mountain known as Bhasmacala.
4. Alfresco Grand - where one can enjoy a river-cruise on Brahmaputra
Al Fresco Grand is a River Cruise consisting of two trips-sunset and dinner trip. In the trip the motor launch takes the visitors for a ride upstream and down stream of Brahmaputra river for an hour. The sunset view is also very astonising and beautiful. One should have a prior booking seat on the upper deck well in advance. One can have drinks and snacks during the trip.The service is good.
5. Nehru Park – A place of recreation
Nehru Park is one of the oldest parks in Assam. It is a major park located in the middle of the city of Guwahati, in front of Cotton College, a premier educational institution. It is a place of recreation and entertainment for the people of Guwahati. Previously it was a part of an old church and later developed by Assam Govt.
6. Guwahati Planetarium – where one can have a study of the constellation and observations
Guwahati Planetarium is a center of astronomical education and research in Assam. It is the only one of its kind in the entire northeastern region of India. The Guwahati Planetarium has a shape of a dome with sloping walls.
7. Guwahati Zoo – which exhibits the invaluable flora and fauna
Having been established in concert of the higher zoos within the country, the Assam State Zoo cum arboretum or the Guwahati Zoo because it popularly known could be a wildlife paradise that spreads over an intensive area of 430 acres. It is located in the centre of Guwahati city called the Hengrabari Forest Area, with an exceedingly densely vegetated forest area, the protected area has not lost its vibrant touch with mother nature. Often stated because the green lung of the town of Guwahati, the Assam Zoo cum arboretum lies just 6 kilometres south of the mighty Brahmaputra River that flows through the state and is that the largest of its kind within the North-East region of the country. The zoo exhibits the landscape gardens, a great deal of wildlife and a silent environment.
Established in 1958, it's since been a significant tourist attraction within the state, with only the Kaziranga park and Manas park rivalling the grandness of flora and fauna. it's home to 113 different species of the kingdom, making up the 900 plus animals, birds and reptiles within the zoo. Over the years, the zoo has grown to accommodate more animals and also has founded an enthralling arboretum in its vicinity. Over 1,000,000 tourists and wildlife enthusiasts visit the place throughout the year for having a glimpse at the numerous species like the majestic one-horned rhinoceros, giraffes and ostriches from Africa and kangaroos from Australia.
8. Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary – where one can have a glimpse of the famous one horned rhino
It is a wildlife sanctuary located on the southern bank of the river Brahmaputra. It was declared as Wild Life Sanctuary in 1987 and falls under Morigaon district of Assam. It covers an area of 38.85 km2 (15.00 sq mi), and presents a perfect providing grassland and wetland for the Indian rhinoceros.
9. Navagraha Temple – A religious place
The Navagraha temple is located on the top of Chitrasal Hill in Guwahati. The temple is dedicated to the the nine (nava) major celestial bodies of Hindu astronomy i.e. Navagraha. The celestial bodies are the Surya (Sun), Chandra (Moon), Mangala (Mars), Budh (Mercury), Brihaspati (Jupiter), Shukra (Venus), Shani (Saturn), Rahu (North Lunar Node) and Ketu (South Lunar Node). Inside the temple there are nine shivalingams corresponding to each celestial body are worshipped and each lingams are covered with seperate coloured garments. The inside shape of the temple is octagonal in shape. And the lingam of Sun is at the centre of temple.
The Ahom King Rajeswar Singha built the Navagraha Temple in Guwahati around 1752 A,D.
10. Madan Kamdev – A temple depicting the symbol of love
5. Nehru Park – A place of recreation
Nehru Park is one of the oldest parks in Assam. It is a major park located in the middle of the city of Guwahati, in front of Cotton College, a premier educational institution. It is a place of recreation and entertainment for the people of Guwahati. Previously it was a part of an old church and later developed by Assam Govt.
6. Guwahati Planetarium – where one can have a study of the constellation and observations
Guwahati Planetarium is a center of astronomical education and research in Assam. It is the only one of its kind in the entire northeastern region of India. The Guwahati Planetarium has a shape of a dome with sloping walls.
7. Guwahati Zoo – which exhibits the invaluable flora and fauna
Having been established in concert of the higher zoos within the country, the Assam State Zoo cum arboretum or the Guwahati Zoo because it popularly known could be a wildlife paradise that spreads over an intensive area of 430 acres. It is located in the centre of Guwahati city called the Hengrabari Forest Area, with an exceedingly densely vegetated forest area, the protected area has not lost its vibrant touch with mother nature. Often stated because the green lung of the town of Guwahati, the Assam Zoo cum arboretum lies just 6 kilometres south of the mighty Brahmaputra River that flows through the state and is that the largest of its kind within the North-East region of the country. The zoo exhibits the landscape gardens, a great deal of wildlife and a silent environment.
Established in 1958, it's since been a significant tourist attraction within the state, with only the Kaziranga park and Manas park rivalling the grandness of flora and fauna. it's home to 113 different species of the kingdom, making up the 900 plus animals, birds and reptiles within the zoo. Over the years, the zoo has grown to accommodate more animals and also has founded an enthralling arboretum in its vicinity. Over 1,000,000 tourists and wildlife enthusiasts visit the place throughout the year for having a glimpse at the numerous species like the majestic one-horned rhinoceros, giraffes and ostriches from Africa and kangaroos from Australia.
8. Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary – where one can have a glimpse of the famous one horned rhino
It is a wildlife sanctuary located on the southern bank of the river Brahmaputra. It was declared as Wild Life Sanctuary in 1987 and falls under Morigaon district of Assam. It covers an area of 38.85 km2 (15.00 sq mi), and presents a perfect providing grassland and wetland for the Indian rhinoceros.
9. Navagraha Temple – A religious place
The Navagraha temple is located on the top of Chitrasal Hill in Guwahati. The temple is dedicated to the the nine (nava) major celestial bodies of Hindu astronomy i.e. Navagraha. The celestial bodies are the Surya (Sun), Chandra (Moon), Mangala (Mars), Budh (Mercury), Brihaspati (Jupiter), Shukra (Venus), Shani (Saturn), Rahu (North Lunar Node) and Ketu (South Lunar Node). Inside the temple there are nine shivalingams corresponding to each celestial body are worshipped and each lingams are covered with seperate coloured garments. The inside shape of the temple is octagonal in shape. And the lingam of Sun is at the centre of temple.
The Ahom King Rajeswar Singha built the Navagraha Temple in Guwahati around 1752 A,D.
10. Madan Kamdev – A temple depicting the symbol of love
Madan Kamdev is originally an archaeological site and it dates to 10th and 12 th century AD. It is situated in Baihata Chariali in the district of Kamrup, Assam. According to some historian the temple was built in the time pf pala kings. The river Mandakini flows besides the temple. Is is stated in the hindu mythology that Lord Shiva burned Madan the God of Love into ashes and thus the temple of love was resurrected at that place. The Indian Archaeological Department discovered the place only in 1977.
11. Fancy Bazaar – Shopper's paradise
It is a busy place in the heart of Guwahati city. The place of Fancy Bazar is mainly a commercial place which have nearly all the markets of our daily needs. People usually thronged the area to have a glimpse and buy their necessary items. A lot of outsiders and tourists often come here to buy their essential commodities and have a view of the products at display.
12. ISKCON Guwahati – Discussion on the works of Lord Krishna
ISKCON is an international Society was found in America in 1966. The main belief is based on books of Bhagawad Gita. The Society has got international recognition and has many branches across the world. ISKCON Guwahati is one of the branch located in Ulubari in the Guwahati. The temple is surrounded by green gardens where devotees can share their time in the thoughts of Lord Krishna. Here various discussions were held about Bhagawad Gita in beautifully constructed Halls of the Temple.
13. Haajo – a historical place of importance
Hajo which is about 24 kms from Guwahati is a place of pilgrimage for religions of Hindu, Muslim and Buddhism. Shrines of Durga, Vishnu, Buddha and many sufi saints are found all over the place and as such it makes an important pilgrimage centre. Some of the main centres are Hayagriva Madhav Mandir, Puwa Macca etc are places of historical origin and finds a place in the Hindu Muslim unity.
14. Pandu – originally a port in Guwahati
The suburban city of Pandu is named after King Pandu (father of the famous five Pandavas). A temple in the Tila hills of the city is dedicated to Pandu (Temple of Pandunath).Here are five Ganesha idols representing the five Pandavas: It is believed that the Pandavas hid here under the guise of Ganesha during his exile. There are many other sculptures at this place too.
15. Bhuvaneshwari Temple – where one can have the whole view of the city
This white temple dedicated to the Goddess Bhuvaneshwari is located on the top of a hill adjacent to the city, which is a great attraction among religious pilgrims. The temple itself offers visitors a spectacular panoramic view of the Guwahati city.
16. Regional Science Centre – a place to learn about science
The Guwahati International Scientific Center (located in Jawaharnagar, Khanapara) is a non-formal, activity-oriented scientific education destination for all publics.
Here science is kept alive with a lively science park, with an adjacent prehistoric park, 3D science films and science shows. Many other indoor and outdoor exhibitions, such as Mirror Magic, Fun Science, Kids Corner, Butterfly Corner, Grand Aquarium, provide you with a science education based on experience, in a way you have never seen.
17. Dispur – the capital of Guwahati
Dipsur was made the capital of Assam in 1973. After the formation of the state of Meghalaya, Shillong which was initially the capital of Assam turned into the capital of Meghalaya. Dispur is the seat of the Government Secretariat.
18. Deepor Beel – a lake where migratory birds often come
At a decent separation of 18 km from the Guwahati train station, Deepor Beel is another water lake situated toward the southwest of the city of Guwahati in the territory of Assam. Other than spelled Dipor Bil, it is considered most likely the biggest lake in the Brahmaputra valley in western Assam and one of the wonderful spots to visit in Guwahati.
Deepor Beel or Dipor Bil is an enduring freshwater lake, which is the ongoing water channel for the Brahmaputra River. Dipor Bil has an all out district of 40 Sq. Km of which 4.14 Sq. Km broadcasted as a Bird Sanctuary by the Government of Assam in 1989. In November 2002, it was enrolled as a Ramsar site because of its rich biodiversity of wetlands. By and by, considering the assortment of winged creature species found in the beel, Birdlife International has likewise pronounced Dipor Bil an Important Bird Area (IBA). Beel is professed to have been a huge TaiAhom shipyard similar to the Mughals.
In Assamese language, Beel suggests a gigantic lake and is known to be one of the biggest Beels in the Brahmaputra valley of the Lower Assam area, in Burma's storm woods biogeography region. The profundity of the lake changes from 1m to 4m. The Basistha and Kalmini waterways dealt with this great lake and it is diverted into the Brahmaputra stream through the Khonajan channel. El Beel is a wellspring of work for 14 indigenous people groups around it whose anglers trust in it. Freshwater fish is a critical protein and a wellspring of compensation for these nets.
Ornithologists have recorded around 219 kinds of flying creatures that can be found in the Deepor Beel zone and this consolidates in excess of 70 sorts of transient flying animals. The most striking types of winged creatures found in the refuge are kingfishers, angling flying creatures, numerous ducks, Greater Helper Stork, Whistling Teal, Open-charged Stork, Shovel, Duck, Garganey, and a high gathering of Black-followed Jacana. fowl, and so on. Deepor Beel is likewise home to around 12 types of reptiles, 20 kinds of land and water animals, 6 types of turtles and tortoises, alongside 18 sorts of snakes. The differed assortment and gathering of new types of indigenous water fish is high in Dipor Bil.
There is a watchtower inside the crazy house, worked by the Woodsland office. Moreover, the country's boats are available for watching flying animals. October to March is the best season to visit this spot.
19. Umananda Island – a small river island which have the famous Umananda temple
Umananda Island is on the Brahmaputra River that runs through the city of Guwahati. It is a small island on the Brahmaputra river. It was named as Peacock Island by the British.
20. Basistha Ashram – where the confluence of three tributaries meets
The Basistha Temple is located in Guwahati in the southeast corner of the city. This shrine was built by Rajeswar Singha in 1764 and dedicated to Lord Shiva. This shrine is worked inside an ashram which is known as the picturesque magnificence Basistha. A holy person named Vasistha is said to have lived at this time, along these lines, has been named as Basitha Ashram. Here you can see numerous figures made of stones and earthenware. The greatest fascination of the ashram anyway is where the group of Vasistha sages rest in harmony. This strict site that has a crucial association with our legendary convictions is an indisputable must-see for everyone.
21. Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium – Organising ground for sports
Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium, also called Sarusajai Stadium, is a soccer stadium in Guwahati, Assam, India. It is the current home of Northeast United FC. In addition to providing soccer coordinates, the arena is also used for sports. It has a ceiling of 35,000 which was later reduced to 23,850 due to the establishment of container seats for the 2017 FIFA U-17 World Cup, which was facilitated in India. In 2007, it facilitated the 33 National Games in India and in 2016, it facilitated the South Asia Games. The arena facilitated the Assam Global Investor Summit on February 3-4, 2018 and the 65th Filmfare Awards on February 15, 2020.
The arena recorded the most notable participation for a soccer match in Assam when 32,844 observers came to watch ISL coordination between neighborhood club NorthEast United and guests Chennaiyin on October 20, 2016.
22. Srimanta Sankardev Kalakshetra – Formed in memory of Srimanta Sankardev
Far off of 11 km from Guwahati Train Station, Srimanta Sankardeva Kalakshetra is a non-advantage social foundation in the Panjabari locale of Guwahati, Assam. Named after the medieval writer, author, and reformer Srimanta Sankardeva, it is the greatest party in Northeast India, and is in like manner one of the striking spots to visit in Guwahati.
Worked during the 1990s, the Kalakshetra was worked in memory of Mahapurusha Srimanta Sankardeva and her obligation to the social and extraordinary stature of Assam and his relatives. The foundation attempts to save, restore and advance the rich social legacy of the various ethnic frameworks that have Assam. It is managed by a social affair of specialists, picked by the Assam Government Culture Department, and is passing by a Director of the Assam Civil Service or the arrangement of the Indian Administrative Service.
The Kalakshetra is detached into two or three structures that join a social showcase, a library, and a juvenile redirection park. The chief enthusiasm for the Kalakshetra is the focal true center that houses a bit of the conventional things or obsolete rarities of the Assamese culture. The outside performance center can tie 2000 people and has social endeavors on its premises. The Kalakshetra moreover has the Villa of the Artists, which goes over the overall population of the city of Assam. The Sahitya Bhavan is the library in Kalakshetra, which has an epic arrangement of unprecedented books and exceptional copies. It is a local creating shop.
Another district of the make complex is the Lalit-Kala Bhavan, which shows a world-class presentation of workmanship and figures. A legacy grant is moreover a bit of the huge Sankardeva Kalakshetra complex, where a vehicle contact office inside the diversion spot can in like manner be gotten the opportunity to attract visitors. A lovely perspective can be seen on the inclinations of the Shillong level from the Kalakshetra fields. The Bhupen Hazarika Gallery is another Kalakshetra intrigue. Moreover, there are bistros, love places, and emporiums inside the Kalakshetra office.
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