Guwahati
Located along the banks of the mighty Brahmaputra River in the Indian state of Assam, Guwahati is the largest metropolis in Northeast India. Showcasing an exceptional blend of ancient history and modern lifestyle, the beautiful city is known for its age-old temples, vibrant nightlife and electric ambience. Renowned as the ‘Gateway to North-East India’, it is the state’s largest city and most visited tourist destination.
Tourist attractions in Guwahati
Kamakhya Temple, Sualkuchi, Umananda Temple, Nehru Park, Alfresco Grand, Navagraha Temple, Madan Kamdev, ISKCON Guwahati, Haajo, Pandu, Bhuvaneshwari Temple, Dipor Bil, Umananda Island, Basistha Ashram, Guwahati War Memorial, Sukreswar Temple and Chandubi Lake are some most popular tourist attractions in Guwahati.
Things to do in Guwahati
You will be spoilt for choice when it comes to interesting things to do in Guwahati. Witness spellbinding dance, drama and music performances at Shrimanta Shankardeva Kalakshetra. Soak in the vibrant local culture at Assam State Museum. Attend a fascinating sky-watching session at Guwahati Planetarium. Watch interesting shows at the Regional Science Centre. Hop on an awesome cruise across the waters of Brahmaputra River. Witness the Great Indian one-horned rhino in all its glory at Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary.
Airport in Guwahati
Also known as Guwahati Airport, Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi Airport serves as the primary airport for the country’s North-Eastern states. Formerly called Borjhar Airport, it is listed as India’s 8th busiest airport. Located at Borjhar, 28 km away from Guwahati, this airport is named after Late Gopinath Bordoloi, post-independence India’s first chief minister of Assam.
- Airport Address- Borjhar, Guwahati, Assam- 781015
- Airport IATA Code- GAU