What are the important places that you need to visit in the city of Guwahati?
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Introduction

The capital city of Assam and Guwahati is home to the world-famous one-horn rhinoceros which makes it one of the best places to be visited in the north-east of India. Due to the mighty Brahmaputra River flowing through it, this place is definitely worth visiting and comes with abundant beauty from the natural perspective. It is highly recommended that peoplechoose the best Guwahati resort available over here so that people can spend time traveling and sightseeing in a very hassle-free manner.

Following are the most common spaces and places that you need to visit in this city:

  1. Umananda Temple: This is located on the beautiful Peacock Island and is the smallest inhabited island which makes it a very beautiful place to be visited. This place is perfectly surrounded by the mighty Brahmaputra River and is dedicated to Lord Shiva. It will be witnessing the crowds of devotees throughout the year, especially during the festival of Maha Shivaratri. You must plan a visit to this particular island so that you can enjoy the underrated beauty of this place and further you will be able to enjoy a very memorable ferry ride. 
  2. Kamakhya Temple: This is one of the most beautiful places to be taken into account in the city of Guwahati which is dedicated to Goddess Durga. This temple is one of the oldest temples in the entire India and has been very well counted as the most important Hindu pilgrimage sport in the entire nation. Planning a visit to this place is definitely worth it, especially during the Ambubachi Mela it has been believed that the Goddess menstruates during this period and the temple is closed for five days. It will be reopening for visitors on the sixth day with a very grand fair after performing the cleansing rituals.
  3. Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary: This is another very beautiful place that you need to visit in the city of Guwahati which is very famous due to the great wildlife associated with it and any holiday over here will be definitely worth it to provide you with a beautiful retreat in itself. This place is perfectly spread across 40 km of land and is the home to one horn rhinoceros, river dolphin, and the Oriental hornbill. There are approximately more than 2000 migratory birds and reptiles present over here and if you are a wildlife enthusiast then definitely you must focus on planning your visit to this place.
  4. Dipor Bil: This is another very beautiful place that you need to visit in the city of Guwahati and basically this is a stunning freshwater lake that is home to a significant variety of birds. Among the notable bird varieties, the Kingfisher, and fishing eagle, are the most important varieties that you will be encountering over here. The deep-water lake over here will be based on rivers of Kalamini and Basistha which is also considered to be the largest possible lake in the Brahmaputra Valley. This place is a very beautiful place for birdwatchers even if it is not your favorite activity you must focus on including it in your trip. The best time to plan a visit to this place is from October– March
  5. Assam State Museum: This was built in the 1940s and will be providing you with the best possible journey through the north-east India and the historical and cultural perspective. This is located in the center of the city and is a very important place to be witnessed by any lover who is interested in going deeper into the rich cultural heritage of the north-east. This place perfectly helps in showcasing the extensive collection of handicrafts and artifacts so that everyone will be able to embrace the modern history of the region very successfully.
  6. Kaziranga National Park: This is one of the most beautiful places that you need to visit in this area and this national park is also considered the UNESCO World Heritage site. This is absolutely thrilling in itself because the wildlife over here will be witnessed in the natural habitat and it is always best for the people to opt for the safari in this case so that they can witness significant chances of sightings. Among the rare animals, Bengal will also be very easily available over here and the best month to explore such animals will be from April to May and from November to February.
  7. Guwahati Zoo: This is another very beautiful place that you need to cover on your trip and the most important fact is that this particular area also shares its border with the botanical garden which is situated on a very significant piece of land. It is considered to be the green lung of the otherwise crowded city and basically, this place is home to a good number of rare animals and birds. Planning a visit to the zoo and museum to have a look at the unique collection is definitely important and it is important to note that it will take approximately a couple of hours to fully recover this place. 
  8. Fancy Bazar: One of the most important bustling hotspots of Guwahati city is this place because over here you will be able to enjoy the opportunity of experiencing and witnessing the local life. This is located in the center of the city and is one of the most popular markets for souvenirs, silk of the Assam, and regional food items. From the small shops to the upcoming showrooms, this market is very successful in providing people with very charming benefits.

In addition to the places mentioned above you must also focus on planning your trip to Nehru Park because this is a very beautiful place away from the chaos of the city and this place also comes with musical fountains along with vibrant flowers in the park which makes it definitely worth visiting. This park also has an open theatre where the local artists will be performing and showcasing their craft and further will be providing you with the best of the entertainment factor. Hence, booking your room in the Guwahati resort and planning a trip to the city is one of the best decisions you will make that you will never regret in your life due to the above-mentioned points.  

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