Guwahati – The gateway to Northeast India
Guwahati, formerly called Gauhati, is one of the largest cities in the western region of Assam. Also, the city is regarded as the gateway to seven sisters in Northeast India. Guwahati is situated along the bridged Brahmaputra River and flanked by the Himalayan mountains and wooded hills in the south. Guwahati was once called the City of Eastern Light and was once the capital of Kamarupa. It has a river port that is very important and famous for being the commercial centre of Assam. It has tea processing industrial units, oil refineries, many farms and agricultural land, etc.
Things to do in Guwahati
There are a lot of adventure activities things for thrill-seekers. You can visit Assam State Museum, offer prayers at Kamakhya Mandir, know about the universe at Guwahati Planetarium, shop at Fancy Bazaar, go clubbing at Silver Streak or hangout at Dona Planet. Also, you can enjoy cruising in waters of the river Brahmaputra.
Tourist attractions in Guwahati
Guwahati has many tourist attractions, including:
- Umananda Temple/Island
- Kamakhya Temple
- Guwahati Zoo
- Basistha Ashram
- Pandu Port
Places to Shop in Guwahati
For a memorable shopping experience, you can visit:
- Pan Bazaar
- Paltan Bazaar
- GS Road
- Ganesh Guri
- Fancy Bazaar
- Dona Planet Mall
- Sohum Shoppe
- Silkalay
Best time to visit Guwahati
October to March is the best time to visit Guwahati. The weather is pleasant for adventure activities during this time of the year.
Modes of transport in Guwahati
The modes of transport in Guwahati are buses, rickshaw, cabs (Uber and Ola), and taxis. The cheapest mode of transport in Guwahati is public transit buses.
Weather in Guwahati
Summers are comfortable in Guwahati with a moderate temperature. It rains mostly in June in Guwahati. During the winter season, the temperature ranges from 10 degree Celsius to 20 degree Celsius.
Airport in Guwahati
Guwahati Airport or Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi Airport (IATA: GAU) is one of the busiest airports in India. The airport is located in Borjhar. IndiGo operates a series of domestic and international flights to and from Guwahati Airport daily. To know more about IndiGo Guwahati bound flights, visit its official website.