Around Guwahati Important information

Tourist Acctration in Around Guwahati

• Basistha
• Hajo
• Sualkuchi
• Madan Kamdev
• Manas National Park 

Basistha (ll kms.)

The beautiful picnic site has waterfall and two red-domed temples of sage Vashistha.

Hajo (32kms.)

The pilgrim centre on the north bank of the Brahmaputra is holy for Hindus, Muslims and Buddhists. It was also an important centre of Assamese culture and learning. The temple of Hayagriba Madhab is said to enshrine a relic of Lord Buddha. The famous Pao Mecca mosque located nearby was built by Pir Giasuddin Aulia.

Sualkuchi (32 kms.)

It is located near Hajo and is known for the production of famous Muga, the golden silk of Assam. Sualkuchi is perhaps one of the largest weaving villages in the world.

Madan Kamdev (34 kms.)

The relics of tantric temple of Goddess Shakti, built during 11th and 12th centuries are also called as the "Khajuraho of Kamrup".

Manas National Park (176 kms.)

The scenic park on the banks of Manas river, teems with a rich variety of wildlife and is the only project Tiger Reserve in Assam. It also features on the UNESCO's list of World Heritage Sites. Key fauna - tiger, one-horned rhino, hispid hare, gaurs, pygmy hogs and rare golden languis. A large number of migratory birds flock to Manas during the winters. Best Season - Nov. to Apr.