Travel Attractions and Essentials of India

 

 

Currency – Indian Rupee

 

Language – Assamese, Kachari, Bengali, Hindi, English

 

Time – GMT+5:30 hours

 

Helplines – Police hotline – 100

 

Ambulance -102

 

Transport – (Local train & Cabs)

 

Bus

 

Auto Rickshaw/Taxi

 

App-based cabs are readily available

 

 

 

ATTRACTIONS

 

Kamakhya Mandir – The most famous attraction in Guwahati, Kamakhya is a shakti peeth and people throng to this place all round the year.

 

Bashistha Mandir – A serene mandir in the outskirts of Guwahati, a small canal flows through the mandir, where people indulge in bathing etc.

 

Umananda – Umananda Island is the smallest river island in the midst of river Brahmaputra flowing through the city of Guwahati in Assam. There is an ancient Shiva temple here.

 

Shrimanta Shankardeva Kalakshetra for Art lovers – A place for art lovers and intellectuals, Kalakshetra is an extraordinary platform for artists to showcase their talents. You can enjoy drama, dance, and music performances in the open air theatre and admire the display of beautiful paintings and artefacts in the museum.

 

WHERE TO EAT

 

Momo Ghar – This place makes the most authentic momos in Guwahati.

 

Cafe Hendrix is a popular blues bistro in Guwahati which boasts excellent musicians from North East India. The music and food at this place will not disappoint you at all.

 

Foodvilla: Known for authentic Assamese cuisine

 

Khorikaa: Try the barbecued small fish and fried pigeon meat, or go for the delicious pork seasoned with sesame seeds.

 

Paradise: The lunch thali at Paradise is considered by many to be the archetypal Assamese spread, bringing together a wide range of local culinary flavours on one platter.

 

VIVANTA BY TAJ

 

 

WHERE & WHAT TO SHOP

 

 

Fancy Bazaar: Fancy Bazaar is the most popular market in Guwahati for all sorts.It is considered a budget shopping hub for street shoppers and there are specific pockets for soft toys , tribal jewelry , wooden stuffs and gift shops.The famous items of Assam like – Jaapi (a kind of round bamboo cap) , Gamcha (thin towel) , Assamese sari and bamboo pickles can be purchased from here.

 

Pan Bazaar: This market is a book lovers delight with a number of book shops and publications where you can hunt for novels , rare books and academic books.It also has shops selling Mekhla Chadar (Assamese sari) which is a very popular region specific item made out of Muga or Pat silk.

 

Paltan Bazaar: This market is famous for furniture’s and home decoration materials.You can shop bamboo products, north eastern tribal garments and all sorts of tea varieties at this place. India Tea House at GMC market is a popular place to collect tea items.

 

GS Road: Guwahati Shillong road is the upmarket of Guwahati commonly visited by affluent and influential sections of the city.The place houses many branded show rooms and shopping malls.The outlets of KFC , JB’s are located in this place.

 

 

 

EXPERIENCES

 

Sualkuchi: Sualkuchi is a weaver’s town located on the north bank of Brahmaputra and is known as Manchester of East for its silk production. Raas Mahotsav happens here every November.

 

Assam State Museum – Assam State Museum is known as one of the best museums in North India which houses artefacts as old as 7th century.

Cruise away on the Brahmaputra River – The Alfresco Grand is one of the famous cruise lines. It has started a new Dinner Cruise between 8PM and 10PM where you can enjoy live music with lip-smacking food.

 

Regional Science Center: It has got Science Magic Show, 3D show, and a Digital Planetarium.

Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary – Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary is a haven to the Great Indian one-horned rhino, an indigenous and endangered species.

Kaziranga – While this is four-five hours drive from Guwahati, Kaziranga is a big time attraction in Assam. It is known for one horned rhinos.

 

Assam State Zoo:

 

Kachari Ghat: This serene pier on the riverbank flanks the district of Old Guwahati.

 

BOATING IN DIGHALIPUKHRI PARK: Situated in the heart of Old Guwahati, the park is extremely alluring and has boating facilities for the general population enthusiastic about boating. It is additionally known as a lovers paradise.

 

Bike/Car Trip to Shillong: A visit to the ‘abode of clouds’, Shillong in Meghalaya is a better opportunity in front of you to delve into nature’s privileges as well as its magical creations.You will get a number of places worth exploring located in one of the beautiful hill station.