Guwahati is a large city having an area of 328 square kilometres. Engulfed with lush green hills and the brimming waters of the Brahmaputra, Guwahati offers enchanting views. Industrialisation did not affect the beauty and traditional heritage of the city. Situated in Assam, it is the biggest city in the region and one of the fastest developing cities in India. Guwahati is a socially rich city and the individuals love their customs. It is home to rare species of animals like Asian elephants, tigers, pythons, rhinoceros and some other wildlife.
Things to do in Guwahati
There are many things you can do during your visit to Guwahati. One can visit the Assam state museum, worship at Kamakhya Mandir, go for morning walk at Nehru Park,
go for stargazing at Guwahati Planetarium, or enjoy shopping at Fancy bazaar.
Tourist attractions in Guwahati
Guwahati is known for having beautiful temples and other tourist spots like Umananda Temple,
Kamakhya Temple, Umananda Island, Guwahati Zoo, Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary, and Brahmaputra.
Places to shop in Guwahati
Shopping in Guwahati is fun and exciting. The places where you can shop in Guwahati
are Silkalay, The Maati centre, Roodraksh Mall, The hub mall, Dona planet Multiplex-mall, Nedfi Haat, and Jalan’s Tea.
Best time to visit Guwahati
The best time to visit Guwahati is during the winter season, which starts from October and lasts till March. This is when the weather in Guwahati is good. November to April mostly has no rain so it's better to travel at that time also.
Modes of transport in Guwahati
Guwahati has great roads and transportation around the city is simple and safer. You can take a moderately priced public or private transport option. You can also reserve a taxi or bus for private use. You can also travel a short distance by using auto-rickshaws and bicycles.
Weather in Guwahati
During summer, the temperature is moderate and ranges from 35°C to 38°C. It rains mostly in June in Guwahati. Winter ranges between 10°C to 20°C.
Airports in Guwahati
Guwahati International Airport (IATA: GAU) is one of the busiest airports in India. IndiGo offers both domestic flights and international flights to and from the airport. To know more about IndiGo Guwahati bound flights, visit IndiGo’s official website.