800px-Beauty_of_Kaziranga_National_Park.jpg?profile=RESIZE_710xDiganta Taliukdar




Ambience wrapped in rolling fields of aromatic tea, canoes sailing down the wide Brahmaputra River, and thick jungles having lush greenery and the most bizarre wildlife, Assam is one of the most charming and beautiful states in North East India. The largest grower of tea in India and home to the best wildlife sanctuaries. Assam never fails to overwhelm its visitors with its natural beauty and tranquillity. If you seriously wish to experience the true beauty of this state, grab hotel bookings in Assam and head to explore the famous places to visit in Assam, mentioned below-

Kaziranga National Park


Home to two thirds of the world’s one-horned rhinoceros population, the Kaziranga National Park (top) is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The vibrant, well preserved and versatile biodiversity is what attracts visitors. Besides the one-horned rhino, you can witness other pleasant surprises in the park, such as the Swamp Deer, Elephants, Wild Buffalos, Chinese Pangolins, Bengal Foxes, Gibbons, Flying Squirrels, Civets and Sloth Bears. It also has an enormous population of the royal Bengal Tigers.

Kamakhya Temple


Book hotels in Assam to visit one of the 51 Shakti Peeths in the Kamakhya Temple. The Kamakhya temple is believed to protect devotees from evil eyes. The Tantric adoration of the temple makes it one of the most popular and famous tourist places in the state for devotees from all around the world. The main deity of the temple is Lord Shiva and Daksha Yagna. Located on the Nilachal Hills, the temple is the most revered temple in Assam.

Majuli Island


The world's largest riverine island (452 square kilometers) is also known to be one of the most important Satras established by Sankardeva and Madhavdev. Most of the island gets submerged underwater during the monsoons, leaving only the bigger islands, namely, Kamalabari, Auniati, and Garamur, on the surface. Majuli island is undoubtedly one of the best places to visit in Assam due to its remarkable natural beauty. Majuli is also known to be a birdwatcher’s paradise.

Hoollongapar Gibbon Wildlife Sanctuary

 

The Hoollongapar Gibbon Wildlife Sanctuary is a paradise for the state’s Hoolock Gibbon population. The sanctuary is situated less than 20 km from Jorhat city center. The Brahmaputra River and tea gardens surround the sanctuary on either side. The sanctuary is one of the best spectacles for wildlife enthusiasts and nature seekers visiting Assam. The sanctuary is home to over 40 Hoolock Gibbons species, Capped Langur, Stump-Tailed Macaque, Pigtail Macaque, Assamese Macaque, Rhesus Macaque, Slow Loris and various other animal species. Do not forget to visit this sanctuary for a memorable wildlife experience.

Kakochang Waterfalls


Gushing furiously between rubber and coffee plantations, the Kakochang Waterfalls are a spellbound beauty to watch. The main waterfall attracts tourists in great numbers throughout the year. Besides offering a rejuvenating retreat and an excellent place for the shutterbugs, the waterfall also offers magnificent views of the ruins Numaligarh ruins and lush green tea plantations.

 

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