Travel to the Indian state of Assam

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Assam Tourism Map - Assam's various historical monuments, temples, national parks, wildlife sanctuaries, pilgrimage sites, hotels and other places worth visiting.

Assam is also known as the land of the Red River [Brahmaputra is called Lohit in Assamese] and the country of the eastern Himalayas of the Nile Hills. The Mahanabrahmaputra originates from the Man-Sarovar Lake in Tibet, and flows along winding hills and winding plains in Assam. The main attractions of Assam tourism are - ancient mythology, seductive music and dance, world famous tea, diverse colorful tribes and last but not least - a rare species of unicorn. The friendly people here and a cup of tea with the wonderful aroma of Assam will make your trip ever memorable.

Find out some information about Assam before traveling to Assam

        Population of Assam

• location
  At the northeastern tip of India,
  Bhutan in the north, Arunachal Pradesh to the east, Nagaland, Manipur and Mizoram to the south, Meghalaya in the south-west Bengal and Bangladesh in the west.

Latitude	22 degrees 19 minutes to 28 degrees 16 minutes north
Longitude	89 degrees 42 minutes to 96 degrees 30 minutes east
Area	78,438 sq km
Climate	Summer - Warm In winter - cool.
The maximum temperature is	38 degrees centigrade
The minimum temperature is	6 degrees Celsius
The average annual rainfall is	160 cm
The capital is	Dispur
Population	26.6 million
Languages	​​Assamese, Bengali, Hindi, English
Religions	Hindu, Muslim, others
The best time to visit is	from October to March
Wear in	summer - cotton, in winter - wool

Easy way to go from Bangladesh to Assam

Ways to reach Assam
Assam is the gateway to the northeastern region of India so the improved transport needs of this state are vital for the future expansion of the northeastern region. Assam is connected to the rest of the country by (air) (rail) and (road).

By air

The main airport in Assam is the popular Gopinath Bardoloi International Airport in Guwahati" the largest city in Assam. The airport is connected to major cities in India by daily flights. Other airports in Assam are Jorhat" Dibrugarh" Tezpur and Silchar. These airports also operate regular flights.

By train (rail)

Guwahati" the largest city in Assam, is connected to other parts of the country by the North Eastern Railway Zone of the Indian Railways. Guwahati is the headquarters of the North-Eastern Railway. Travelers can easily reach Assam by rail as it is well-connected to all major cities of India by rail. Some cities in this state are connected by train services from Guwahati.

By road

As the gateway to Northeast India, Assam is connected to various cities by a well-laid network of national highways and to other cities close to the state by other roads. National Highways 36-No- 31-No- 40-No- 36-No And 52-N have connected Assam and other states of India. State transport and other private operators provide daily bus services for passengers. Taxis and jeeps can also be hired to travel within the state.

Distance to Guwahati

• From Shillong - 100 kms.
  • From Siliguri - 429 kms.
    • From Patna - 69 kms.
      • From Kolkata - 1020 kms.
        • From Ranchi - 1048 kms.

A place to visit in Assam

Assam, a mystical land rich in towering blue hills and greenery, is the gateway to India's northeastern border, including the Utkal River Valley. One of the popular tourist destinations in North East India, Assam has a large number of tourist attractions.

The great river Brahmaputra flows from Tibet, which flows through Assam through a winding path, further enhancing the beauty of the kingdom. Tourists are often seen walking along the river to enjoy the gentle morning sun and the cool breeze of the evening. Tourists often enjoy boat rides here that take them from the Brahmaputra to the nearby river island of Majuli. Majuli claims to be the largest river island in the world and a center of Vaishnava and Buddhist culture. Joyful in vibrant colors and rich in cultural frenzy, tourists can spend a stylish time in Assam. The cities of Assam are also notable for their urban cosmopolitan culture with a beautiful blend of historical past. Rich in tourist attractions of the former Alok, Pragjyotishpur or Guwahati, the golden mythical country of Tezpur or Shonitpur"Digboy and Shivsagar oil fields, rock towns like Haflong and Bhalukpong surround this glorious hill country.

Places of interest in Assam

Places of interest in Assam include -

• Kamakhya Temple.
  • Haflong. Shivsagar.
    • Majuli Island.
      • Manas National Park.
        • Kaziranga National Park.
          • Hajo.
            • Agnigarh.

Shopping in Assam

Since the state is traditionally rich in handicrafts, shopping in Assam is a delightful experience. Handicrafts are abundant in Assam. Assam is also the best in the production of traditional handloom weaving. Assam is also well known for producing unique quality silk.

Here are some things to look for when shopping in Assam:

• Handmade toys made from a mixture of clay, cork (back), wood, bamboo, cloth and clay.
• Different types of silk fabrics - Muga (unique golden silk which is only available in this state), Jute, Eri ..
• Spinning products such as lychempi (coating material) .
• Wand and bamboo work.
• Decorative elements of bronze and brass.
• Furniture made of bamboo and cane.
• Masks included in indigenous art.
• Tea from Assam.
  The state has a large number of government emporias and private shops. The main shopping centers are Fancy Bazaar, Paltan Bazaar and Pan Bazaar in Guwahati. Like any other destination in India, local vendors in Assam sell a lot of items on the side of the road in the evenings. The little rope ensures the diversity and value of the thing.

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