Kamakhya Temple :  Situated atop the Nilachal Hills, the foremost shrine of Assam, Kamakhya is an ancient seat of Tantrik and Shakti cults of Hinduism. A little distance from Kamakhya temple is Bubhaneshwari temple from where one can have a panoramic view of the Brahmaputra River and the city.

Sukreswar Temple : Close by the North Brooke Gate, built to welcome the then Viceroy of India, Lord North Brooke, Sukreswar temple is famous for the Sixth Jyotirlinga of India.

Navagraha temple : Situated atop Chitrachal hills this " Temple of Nine Planets" was a great centre for the study of Astrology and Astronomy.

Umananda Temple : Umananda temple is situated on the Peacock Island, in the middle of the Brahamputra River, which is world's smallest river island inhabited by humans.

Srimanta Sankaradeva Kalakshetra : Situated at about 10 km from the main city centre, Srimanta Sankardeva Kalakshetra is a modern cultural complex at Panjabari. Regular cultural events, musical recitals & dance performances are held every weekend. It is open to visitors on all days except Mondays. Ph. 2337382.

Bashistha Ashram : Set in idyllic surroundings about 12 km away, this ashram was established by Rishi Bashistha in the remote past. It is now a pilgrim centre as well as a picnic spot for visitors.

Tirupathi Balaji Temple
This newly constructed temple with striking South Indian Architecture is around 11km away from the city.

Madan Kamdev : Madan Kamdev is situated 35 km from Guwahati.It is an archeological site where erotic sculptures are found. Madan Kamdev is often referred as Mini Khajuraho of Assam.

Chandubi Lake : A natural lagoon and fine picnic spot which is 64 kms. from Guwahati. The lake and its surrounding is an ideal holiday resort with the added attraction of fishing and rowing. The place is easily accessable from Guwahati.

Sualkuchi : Assam produces three unique varieties of silks, the Golden Muga, the White Pat and the warm Eri. Silks grown all over the state find their way to Sualkuchi, 32 kms from Guwahati. Sualkuchi is one of the world's largest weaving village often called the Manchester of the East. The entire population here is engaged in weaving exquisite silk fabrics. A renowned centre of silk production, particularly known for Muga - the golden silk of Assam which are not produced anywhere else in the world.

Majuli : Majuli is the world's largest river island. Majuli situated in the midst of river Brahmaputra, is the centre of Vaishnava culture.
There are over fifteen Vaishnava monasteries or satras on Majuli. The major satras are Kamalabari, Natun Kamalabari, Auniati, Garmur, Samoguri, Dakhinpat and Bengenaati. These satras are regarded as the main centres for Assamese art, music, dance, drama, handicrafts, literature and religion etc. Auniati is famous for its considerable collection of Assamese old utensils, jewellery and handicrafts. Upper Majuli is inhabited by tribes like the Mising and the Deoris and is the centre of a living heritage of colourful costumes and festivals. Plenty of migratory birds of great varieties are also seen here.

Sibsagar : Sibsagar is 369 kms. towards the east of Guwahati and is the headquarter of a district of the same name. Sibsagar was the capital of the Ahoms who ruled Assam at a stretch for six hundred years before the advent of the British. It is a beautiful town located around the huge Sibsagar tank, an artificial lake constructed by Queen Madambika in 1734 A.D. The Shiva dol or Shiva Temple on the bank of this tank is believed to be the highest Shiva temple in India.

Kaziranga National Park : The first and the oldest National Park in Assam situated in Golaghat District, is a World Heritage site. Spread over an area of 430 sq. kms., Kaziranga National Park is the natural home of the one-horned Indian rhinoceros.

Declared a National Park in 1974 the landscape of Kaziranga is of sheer forest, tall elephant grass, rugged reeds, marshes and shallow pools.
The one horned Rhinoceros, Elephant, Indian bison, Swamp Deer, Samber, Hog Deer, Sloth Bear, Tiger, Leopard cat, Jungle cat, Hog badger, Capped langur, Hollock gibbon, Jackal, Goose, Hornbills, Ibis, Cormorants, Egret, Heron fishing eagle etc. all form a part of the very complex ecological balance of the park.
During Winter a large number of migratory birds are also seen here.
The Park can be visited by Jeep, Car or on Elephant back.

Hajo : Located 32 kms. from Guwahati on the north bank of the Brahmaputra, it is a place where three religions meet - Hinduism, Islam and Buddhism. It has a large number of temples, the chief among them being Hayagriva-Madhab Temple. There is a belief that this temple contains the relic of Lord Buddha, while a section of the Buddhist hold that Lord Buddha attained nirvana here. Large number of Bhutanese visit this temple every year during the winter season.
There is a place of pilgrimage for Muslims here known as Poa-Mecca.

Manas National Park : The only Tiger Project in Assam, Manas is one of India's most magnificent National Parks. It is situated on the bank of the river Manas at the foothills of the Himalayas. It is a well known World heritage site with it's unique combination of scenic beauty and rare wealth of wildlife. Hundreds of the winged species migrate to the friendly climate of Manas during Winter. Among them are Riverchats (White Capped Redstars), Forktails, Cormorants and various types of ducks including the Ruddy Shelduck. The woodland birds are no less charming and include the Indian Hornbill and the Great Pied Hornbill.

Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary : Situated in the Morigaon district, Pobitora is one of the major wildlife sanctuaries of Assam. It is about 60 km. away from Guwahati City, situated on the border of Nagaon and Kamrup Dist. Covering an area of 38.8 Sq. km., Pobitora is mainly famous for its Great Indian One-horned Rhinoceros. Other animals such as the Asiatic Buffalo, Leopard, Wild Bear, Civet Cat etc. are also found here. More than 200

Orang (Rajiv Gandhi) National Park : It is a miniature Kaziranga covering an area of 78.81 sq. kms. 150 km away from Guwahati and is situated in the Darrang District of Assam. Sixty percent of the sanctuary is grassland. The animals seen in this sanctuary are the One-horned Rhinoceros, Leopard, Elephant, Sambar, Barking Deer, Tiger, varieties of water birds, Green Pigeon, Florican, Teal , Goose, etc.

Mayang : Mayang is located in Morigaon district , neibouring place of Guwahati. Mayang is very famous for Black Majic and various Herbal Therapy.

Shillong : Shillong , the capital of Meghalaya and also the district headquarter of East Khasi Hills is situated at an altitude of 1496 meters above the sea level. It is well contected with Guwahati just at a distance of 103 kms. According to legends , the name “Shillong” is derived from a deity named ‘SHYLLONG’ whose dwelling is also known as ‘Shyllong Peak”. Shillong is notably one of the finest hill stations in India having temperate climate through out the year.

Spots to visit in and around Shillong

Golf Links : Shillong's Golf Course is considered one of the best in India. It is situated in the center of the city, close to the polo ground.

Lady Hydari Park : Lady Hydari Park is named after the wife of Sir Akbar Hydari, the first Indian Governor of Assam who assumed charge on the eve of independence. Next to the park, is a mini zoo, an added attraction for children.


Shillong Peak : Shillong Peak, at a height of 1,960 metres above sea level, is another attraction of Shillong. On a clear day, you can see the Himalayan peaks and plains of Sylhet from the summit.

Ward's Lake : This artificial lake located in the heart of the city, Shillong is named after William Ward, the then Chief Commissioner of Assam . Besides a beautiful garden bloomed with various season flowers, boating and cafeteria are also available for the tourists.

Waterfalls : In and around Shillong, there are a number of beautiful waterfalls. Bishop Falls, Elephant Falls, Spread Eagle Falls, Sweet Falls, Crinoline Falls and Beadon Falls are best known.

Ram Krishna Mission : Ram Krishna Mission situated in Laitumkharh is one of oldest affiliated Mission of Belur Math.

Cherrapunjee : Cherrapunjee has a rich historical heritage and was the first British outpost in this part of the country. Sohra is the original Khasi name of Cherrapunjee. It is 1300 metres above sea level and 56 kms from Shillong. This place enjoys heavy rainfall through out the year. A pleasant drive to see roaring waterfalls leaping into deep gorges is worth seeing. The lovely town is also famous for its limestone caves and orange honey. Close to the town are the glorious falls named Nohsngithiang falls, Dainthlen falls , Nohkailikai falls (World’s fourth highest) and many more.

Tawang : Tawang, perched at a height of over 10,000 ft, is world-renowned for its 400-year-old Buddhist Monastery, one of the biggest in India.

The Monastery was founded by the monk Mera Lama, a contemporary of the fifth Dalai Lama. The sixth Dalai Lama was born here. The Tawang Monastery has an interesting collection of Thangkas (Tibetan painting on cloth) and a large gilded statue of Sakyamuni (the historical Buddha) in the prayer hall. The Tawang Monastery, also known as the `Galden Namgyal Lhatse`, is beautifully situated on a spur about 2 km from the heart of the town. Before the establishment of the Monastery, Tawang was a centre of Tantric religion.
 

Srimanta Sankardeva Kalakshetra : The Srimanta Sankardeva kalakshetra has been set up as a grand exposition of the life and culture of the people of Assam. Named after the greatest Vaishnava saint and the greatest integrator of the Assamese society Srimanta Sankardeva.

The Kalakshetra is a multi-Arts complex.It houses a Central Museum where cultural objects and day-to-day articles used by different ethnic groups are preserved and exhibited, an Open Air Theatre with 2000 capacity to hold folk festivals and to

present traditional dance and drama of the State. an Artists' Village which offers the visitors and the residents an atmosphere of the village of Assam, the Sahitya Bhavan which is a library of rare books and manuscripts, the Lalit-Kala Bhavan which has sufficient space for exhibition, art and sculpture workshops, and a Heritage Park. The Kalakshetra has been chosen as the venue for many cultural activities.

Planetarium : Situated in Guwahati is the only one of its kind in the entire North Eastern region.The mysterious aspects of the universe are brought alive in the dark domed structure inside the planetarium.

River Cruise : The turbulent rivers, the mystic blue hills, the savage terrains and serene countryside beckon are the adventurers to Assam. Challenge the Brahmaputra, one of the four largest rivers in the world and cruise down the mystic river from Ninging to Dhubri and other routes .