Guwahati – ‘More than just a city’
Guwahati is an important river port and Assam’s leading commercial centre. It has multiple Hindu pilgrimage sites that draw a lot of pilgrims to the city every year. Manas Wildlife Sanctuary, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site is located 100 km away from the city.
Guwahati is known for tea processing, milling of agricultural products, and soap manufacturing industries.
Things to do in Guwahati
Guwahati has multiple scientific museums, a zoological garden, Assam State Zoo where tourists can go and spend time. Other than that, tourists can also enjoy stargazing at the Guwahati Planetarium, drive over Saraighat Bridge or enjoy the boat ride at Umananda Temple.
Tourist attractions in Guwahati
The city’s popular tourist attractions include Nilachal Hills, Purva Tirupati Sri Balaji Temple, Umananda Temple, and Srimanta Sankardev Kalakshetra. Most of these places are brimming with tourists all year long.
Places to shop in Guwahati
Tourists can shop at ‘Sualkuchi’, Fancy Bazaar, Paltan Bazaar, and Pan Bazar if they’re looking for a street shopping experience. Dona Planet and Pragjyotika Assam Emporium give the urban shopping experience.
Best time to visit Guwahati
The period between the months of October and March is considered the best time to visit Guwahati because of the pleasant and comfortable weather.
Modes of transport in Guwahati
Trains are the most frequently used mode of transport in Guwahati because of its well-connected rail network. Other than that, buses and taxis are also fairly easily available throughout the city for local commutes.
Weather in Guwahati
Summers receive a lot of rainfall and it is generally hot and humid in this season. Winters are much more enjoyable as the temperature stays above 5 degrees Celsius.
Airport in Guwahati
Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (IATA: GAU) serves a lot of passengers every day. It is located approximately 20 km from the city and both domestic and international flights are operated by IndiGo from here.