Worship at Kamakhya Temple
3 hours | Easy | Free general queue; paid VIP entry available
Where to visit
Where to visit in Guwahati?
Assam, India
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Guwahati is the largest metropolis in Northeast India, spread between the Brahmaputra River and the Shillong plateau foothills. Known as the gateway to the Northeast, it is famous for the ancient, high-revered Kamakhya Temple and is a bustling commercial center.
Guwahati is the largest metropolis in Northeast India, spread between the Brahmaputra River and the Shillong plateau foothills. Known as the gat...
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Sunset Cruise on Brahmaputra River
1.5 hours | Easy | Depending on cruise operator and dinner options
Umananda Island
The smallest inhabited river island in the world, home to the Umananda Temple and rare golden langurs. | 1 km
Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary
A scenic wildlife reserve harboring the highest density of the endangered Great Indian One-horned Rhinoceros. | 48 km
Brahmaputra River sunset
Photo spot listed in the Guwahati destination record.
Umananda Island ghats
Photo spot listed in the Guwahati destination record.
Srimanta Sankaradev Kalakshetra campus
Photo spot listed in the Guwahati destination record.
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Good first tap
Visit the sacred Kamakhya Temple, enjoy a sunset cruise on the massive Brahmaputra River, and explore rich Assamese heritage museums.
Best time
October to April
How to reach
Guwahati is connected via NH-27 (East-West Corridor) and NH-17. It has excellent road connectivity across the Northeast.
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