Here are 100 tourist spots in Assam, organized by their respective districts (zillas), showcasing the diverse beauty and rich heritage of this incredible state.
Kamrup Metropolitan Zilla
Kamakhya Temple: A revered Shakti Peeth atop the Nilachal Hills in Guwahati, dedicated to the Goddess Kamakhya.
Umananda Temple: Situated on Peacock Island in the Brahmaputra River, this temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Assam State Museum: A repository of Assamese history and culture, located in the heart of Guwahati.
Srimanta Sankaradeva Kalakshetra: A cultural institution in Guwahati that preserves and promotes the cultural heritage of Assam and the Northeast.
Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary: Located near Guwahati, it has the highest density of one-horned rhinoceroses in the world.
Deepor Beel: A permanent freshwater lake and a Ramsar site, it's a haven for a variety of migratory birds.
Basistha Ashram: A serene ashram in Guwahati with a temple dedicated to the sage Basistha.
Guwahati Planetarium: A center for astronomical education and shows.
Sonitpur Zilla
Nameri National Park: A beautiful national park and tiger reserve, famous for its elephants, tigers, and diverse birdlife.
Agnigarh: A picturesque hillock in Tezpur with a fortress, offering panoramic views of the Brahmaputra River.
Mahabhairab Temple: An ancient temple in Tezpur dedicated to Lord Shiva, built of large stone blocks.
Cole Park (Chitralekha Udyan): A scenic park in Tezpur with serene lakes and historical relics.
Bamuni Hills: The ruins of an ancient temple with exquisite stone carvings.
Bura-Chapori Wildlife Sanctuary: A rich wildlife sanctuary on the south bank of the Brahmaputra.
Da-Parbatia: The site of a 6th-century stone door frame, a fine example of early Gupta school of sculpture.
Golaghat Zilla
Kaziranga National Park: A UNESCO World Heritage Site and the home of two-thirds of the world's great one-horned rhinoceroses.
Garampani Wildlife Sanctuary: Known for its hot water springs and diverse wildlife.
Deoparbat Ruins: The ruins of an ancient stone temple on a hillock.
Negheriting Shiva Doul: An ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, situated on a hillock.
Numaligarh Refinery Butterfly Valley: A unique initiative to conserve butterfly species.
Sivasagar (Sibsagar) Zilla
Rang Ghar: An 18th-century amphitheater built by the Ahom kings, often referred to as the "Colosseum of the East."
Talatal Ghar: A palace with underground levels, a fine example of Ahom architecture.
Sivasagar Sivadol: A group of structures comprising three temples: Sivadol, Vishnudol, and Devidol, on the banks of the Sivasagar tank.
Kareng Ghar: The royal palace of the Ahom kings, located in Garhgaon.
Charaideo Maidams: The burial mounds of Ahom kings and queens, often compared to the pyramids of Egypt.
Joysagar Tank and Temples: A large man-made tank with temples on its banks.
Gaurisagar Tank and Temples: Another large tank with historical temples.
Ahom Museum: A museum preserving artifacts from the Ahom dynasty.
Jorhat Zilla
Majuli Island: The largest river island in the world, a hub of Neo-Vaishnavite culture with numerous Satras.
Gibbon Wildlife Sanctuary: Home to the hoolock gibbon, India's only ape species.
Dhekiakhowa Bornamghar: A historic Vaishnavite prayer hall established by the saint-reformer Madhavdeva.
Tocklai Tea Research Institute: One of the oldest and largest tea research institutes in the world.
Sukapha Samannay Kshetra: A memorial dedicated to the first Ahom king, Sukapha.
Cinnamora Tea Estate: The first tea estate in Assam.
Jorhat Gymkhana Club: One of the oldest golf courses in Asia.
Dibrugarh Zilla
Dehing Patkai National Park: Known as the "Amazon of the East," it's a vast rainforest with diverse flora and fauna.
Joypur Rainforest: A part of the Dehing Patkai landscape, offering pristine natural beauty.
Naharkatia: A town known for its tea gardens and petroleum reserves.
Namphake Village: A serene village with a beautiful Buddhist monastery.
Barbarua Maidams: Historical burial mounds.
Tinsukia Zilla
Dibru-Saikhowa National Park: A biosphere reserve, famous for its feral horses and diverse birdlife.
Digboi Oil Refinery: The oldest operating oil refinery in the world.
Tilinga Mandir (Bell Temple): A unique temple where devotees offer bells as a mark of their fulfilled wishes.
Maguri Motapung Beel: A wetland that is a paradise for birdwatchers.
Stilwell Road (Ledo Road): A historic road built during World War II, connecting India with China.
Bherjan-Borjan-Padumoni Wildlife Sanctuary: Known for its primate population.
War Cemetery, Digboi: A cemetery for soldiers who died in World War II.
Dhemaji Zilla
Gerukamukh: The site of the Subansiri Lower Dam, with scenic beauty.
Malinithan: An archaeological site with ruins of a Hindu temple.
Ghai Ghai Devalaya: A historical temple.
Lakhimpur Zilla
Pabha Wildlife Sanctuary: A sanctuary for the protection of the wild water buffalo.
Narowa Satra: A historical Vaishnavite monastery.
Letekupukhuri: The birthplace of the saint-reformer Madhavdeva.
Karbi Anglong Zilla
Koka Hills: Scenic hills offering trekking opportunities.
Amreng Tourist Centre: A place with beautiful landscapes and waterfalls.
Garampani: The town where the Garampani Wildlife Sanctuary is located.
Singhason Peak: The highest peak in the district, offering panoramic views.
Dima Hasao Zilla
Haflong: The only hill station in Assam, known for its scenic beauty and pleasant climate.
Jatinga: Famous for the mysterious phenomenon of birds "committing suicide."
Panimur Waterfalls: A beautiful waterfall on the Kopili River.
Maibang: The former capital of the Kachari kingdom, with stone carvings and ruins.
Cachar Zilla
Khaspur: The ruins of the capital of the Kachari kingdom.
Bhuban Hills: A pilgrimage site with a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Silchar: The main commercial hub of southern Assam, located on the banks of the Barak River.
Maniharan Tunnel: A tunnel associated with Lord Krishna.
Karimganj Zilla
Chhatachura Range: A range of hills offering scenic beauty.
Badarpurghat: A historic town on the banks of the Barak River.
Eraligul: A scenic spot with tea gardens.
Hailakandi Zilla
Katakhal: A town known for its natural beauty.
Siddheshwar Temple: A prominent temple in the district.
Nagaon Zilla
Laokhowa Wildlife Sanctuary: A sanctuary on the banks of the Brahmaputra, known for its rhinoceros and wild water buffalo.
Bordowa: The birthplace of the saint-reformer Srimanta Sankaradeva.
Silghat: A scenic town on the banks of the Brahmaputra with several temples.
Champawati Kunda: A beautiful waterfall.
Hojai Zilla
Doboka: A historical town with archaeological ruins.
Lanka: A town with a significant Sikh population and a gurudwara.
Morigaon Zilla
Sitajakhala: A historical site with ancient stone carvings.
Deosal: A temple dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Mayong: Known as the "Land of Black Magic," with a rich history of sorcery and tantra.
Kamrup Rural Zilla
Hajo: A unique pilgrimage center for Hindus, Muslims, and Buddhists, with the Hayagriva Madhava Temple and Powa Mecca.
Sualkuchi: Known as the "Manchester of Assam," it's a center for silk weaving.
Madan Kamdev: An archaeological site with ruins of temples, often referred to as the "Khajuraho of Assam."
Chandubi Lake: A natural lake formed during an earthquake, a popular picnic spot.
Nalbari Zilla
Hari Mandir: A famous temple in the heart of Nalbari town.
Jaypal Than: A historical religious site.
Shripur Devalaya: An ancient temple.
Barpeta Zilla
Barpeta Satra: A renowned Vaishnavite monastery and a center of Assamese culture.
Manas National Park: A UNESCO World Heritage Site, a tiger and elephant reserve, and a biosphere reserve.
Pari Hareswar Devalay: An ancient temple.
Bongaigaon Zilla
Bagheswari Temple: A prominent temple dedicated to Goddess Durga.
Koya Kujia Beel: A large natural wetland that attracts migratory birds.
Rock Cut Caves: Ancient caves with rock carvings.
Chirang Zilla
Kalamati: A scenic spot on the Indo-Bhutan border.
Hagrama Bridge: A bridge offering beautiful views of the surrounding landscape.
Kokrajhar Zilla
Chakrashila Wildlife Sanctuary: Famous for the golden langur.
Tamaranga Beel: A beautiful lake.
Dhubri Zilla
Mahamaya Dham: A Shakti Peeth and a famous pilgrimage center.
Gurdwara Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib: A historic Sikh shrine.
Panchpir Dargah: A revered shrine for Muslims.
Florican Garden: A garden dedicated to the conservation of the Bengal Florican.
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