Guwahati - The capital of the State of Assam

Guwahati has unique magical charms. Perhaps, the magic of the demon king...Narakasura, who built the ancient city, still rings the air. Or may be, it emanates from the Nabagraha Temple (temple of nine planets), the seat of astronomers who perform their miracles even today. Or you may discover this magical charm in the sunset viewed from the Bhubaneswari hills, as you lookdown upon the crimson ripples of the Brahmaputra caressing the pale pink city... Guwahati...The fast growing metropolis is the principal city of Assam and one of the major cities in the eastern India. Situated on the bank of Brahmaputra, Guwahati is known as the Gateway of North-East India.

Situated beside the impressively wide and muddy Brahamputra River, Guwahati is Assam's sleepy capital. Once known as Pragjyotishpura (the Eastern City of Light) and mentioned in Mahabharta, it has long been the most important town in the region. It's now the service centre for the oil industry and tea plantations; the world's largest tea auctions are held here. Guwahati is pleasant, relaxed place. There are numerous ancient Hindu temples in and around the town, but its main importance is as the gateway to the whole of the north-eastern region.

Guwahati at a Glance

Area : 27.5 Sq.km.
Altitude: 55 meters.
Temperatures (deg C )
Summer- Max. 35, Min. 22
Winter- Max. 26, Min. 10.
Rainfall : 180 cms (from May to Sept.)
Best season to visit: October to May

How To Get There

Air: Guwahati is connected by Indian Airlines with Kolkata, Delhi and other important cities of the country.
Rail: Guwahati is the important terminus on the North East Frontier Railway and connected with all parts of the country.
Road: Guwahati, at the junction of the National highway 31,37 and 40, is the hub of the road network to the North Eastern region and to centers west of Assam.

Places to see in and around Guwahati

Shopping in Guwahati and Assam