The state of Assam is the biggest in the northeastern part of India and sandwiched between the Himalayan foothills to the north and the hills and plateau of Meghalaya to the south. The state is rich with biodiversity and one of the most forested region in India. The green rolling plains and dense forested land is the one of the largest producer of tea. The mighty and turbulent Brahmaputra river dominate the land and become a rich flora and fauna paradise of India. Assam is also known for its wildlife and here is the place where endangered one horned rhinos are lived in various wildlife sanctuaries.

The state has diverse cultural make up and different races in different points of time. Not only renowned for rich flora and fauna but the history of Assam and various ancient Hindu temples instill interest in travelers. Assam produces more than half of India’s tea. It has more than 800 tea estates, which were laid by down by the British who also created the lone golf club in the region. It is also one of India’s few oil regions, home to the first oil refinery in Asia at Digboi in Upper Assam. Although political violence has racked Assam over the last two decades but huge number of travelers are not shy to visit the place every year. Assamese people are known for their humbleness, simplicity and hospitality. This further add grace to the beauty of this magical valley. Each part of this part of the world has something exciting to offer. Assam has mild winter and humid summer. Best season to visit Assam is February to May.

Sights And Activities

Kaziranga National Park
The most illustrious national park of India for its big beasts. It is located at central Assam and covered an area of 430sq.km. It is also home of highly endangered species of one horned rhinoceros. The landscape comprises of tall elephant grass, rugged reeds, mellow marshes and shallow pools. Other than rhinoceros, elephant, bison, sambar, hog deer, leopard, sloth bear, jungle cat and tigers adorned the forest.

Assam Arts And Crafts
The people of Assam are natural craftsmen. Assam is renowned world over for its exquisite bamboo and cane work. Other than that metal crafts and handlooms are also very popular in Assam. Craftsmen mostly use bell metal and brass. Almost every household traditional metal works are found. Muga, the golden silk is exclusive only to this state. Paat, which is used to make warm clothes for winter. With rich golden texture, Muga is finest wild Indian silk.

Adventure In Assam
Adventure buffers have plenty of option to quench their thirst. The mighty Brahmaputra river and its tributaries offers a wide range of river adventure such as challenging river rafting. The rivers afford to offer brimming raft with clas 3, class 4 and class 5 rapids. Tributaries of Brahmaputra such as Jia Bhoroli, Kapili and Manas are the best places for angling. Apart from that Cachar hills and Karbi hills of Assam offer exciting trekking options. For mountain climbing Elephant Rocks in Morigaon are famous among rock climbers. Other adventure sports life para sailing and hand gliding is gradually gaining popularity.

Assam Fair And Festival
The land boast of numerous fairs and festivals. Diverse culture of people gives diverse festivals round the year, the spirit of unity among the various inhabitants is the most significant factor and reflect the togetherness of Assamese people. Festivals like majuli, bihu, elephant festival, Brhamaputra beach festival, ambubashi mela, tea festival, rongali utsav, jonbeel mela are some of the notable fairs and festivals of Assam.

Visit The Holy Shrines Of Assam
Assam is a apeacefulk abode of god and goddess. Numerous shrines representing different faiths, are dotted in and around Assam. Some of the famous temples, ashrams, masjid and dargahs are Kamakhya and Bhubaneshwari temple, Umananda temple, Navagraha temple, Bashistha ashram, mahabhairav temple, Sri Purva Tirupati Balaji temple, Dargah of Ajan Pir, Poa Mecca and many more.