Guwahati

Guwahati Tourism guide

Best time to visit Guwahati Winter: October - March
Theme of GuwahatiCulture, Pilgrimage
Festival you must attendRangali Bihu: 13th - 20th April
Things you must tryRiver cruising in the evening, Trip to Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary

Guwahati Travel Information

The starting point to the perfect destination, Guwahati city is the gateway to the north-east region. Situated on the shores of the turbulent Brahmaputra, the city is the commercial capital of the entire region and perhaps the biggest and the developing city of the region. Guwahati is a vital tourist base point, besides being an attraction in its own. Guwahati has several places of historical interest and tourist attraction.
Guwahati city is growing rapidly and became the educational hub of entire Northeast India. It has many places to attract tourists. Starting from age old temples to Museum to river cruise in Brahmaputra rive it has ample of activity to indulge on your trip. We listed out some of the best activities you can enjoy in the city.

Places to visit in Guwahati are:

Kamakhya Temple
Basistha Ashram Temple
Kalakshetra
State Zoo-cum Botanical Garden
Science Museum
Planetarium
Nabagraha Temple
Tirupati Balaji temple
Ropeway ride
Local Market
Gandhi mandap at Sarania Hill
Brahmaputra River Heritage Centre

Special attraction

The city is also enriched with the beauty of several river Island which adds an extra attention and makes the trip more delightful and adventurous. If you love wildlife and nature then you must try these places on your trip.

Peacock Island
Umananda Island Temple
River Cruise on Brahmaputra River
Birding paradise - Deepor Bil
Chandubi lake
Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary

Kamakhya Temple

Sankardeva Kalakshetra

Balaji Temple

How to reach Guwahati

Guwahati by Air

Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, also known as Guwahati International Airport, is the major airport in North East India. Which is located at a distance of 25 km from Guwahati city. Taxi, Bus, Ola/Uber cab, shared taxi and autos are available from the airport to Guwahati city.

Guwahati by Railways

The nearest railhead to reach Guwahati is the Guwahati railway station, located in the heart of Guwahati city. Trains from all major cities of India are available to Guwahati.

Guwahati by Road

There is a wide network of public and private bus services provide transport facilities to Guwahati. Bus, cab and taxi are available from all major places of Northeastern states to Guwahati.

Best time to visit Guwahati

Summer in Guwahati

The summer season in Assam starts from the month of May and extends till the end of August. Summer is generally dry and humid. But Cool wind always blows here due to its proximity from the Brahmaputra river, The average temperature during summer is between 35 and 38 degree Celsius. Light cotton clothes are the best option during summers.

Monsoons in Guwahati

Guwahati received moderate to heavy rainfall during the monsoon months of May to September. You can travel to Guwahati during this time too as the flight rates are comparatively cheaper at this time. You might not be able to go for the Brahmaputra River cruise if the weather is bad and the water level of the river rises.

Winter in Guwahati

The winter season at the place comes in the month of December and stays till the month of February. This is the best time to enjoy a holiday in Assam. The weather is mostly pleasant with minimum temperature barely reaching five Degrees Celsius. The Magh Bihu or Bhogali Bihu is celebrated during January while the Kati or Kangali Bihu is celebrated during the month of November.

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