Famous Places to Visit in Assam
If you’re planning to visit October vacation in Assam, then it is the perfect time to immerse yourself in the festive spirit and also explore the beauty of the state. October is a month of celebration, with Durga Puja being the biggest festival for Bengalis. In Assam, Durga Puja is celebrated with immense joy and enthusiasm over five days, especially in the Barak Valley, where the festivities reach their peak. Following this grand event, the vibrant festival of Diwali lights up the region.
As also October is the perfect time to experience the magic of Assam, where the monsoon season ends and the pleasant autumn weather sets in, the state transforms into an inviting getaway for nature lovers, adventure seekers, and culture enthusiasts alike. Those who are looking for a winter destination and want to go on a trip here are famous tourist places to visit in Assam in the month of October.
10 Famous Tourist Places of Assam
Manas National Park
Manas National Park is a wildlife sanctuary and home to a variety of wildlife. By visiting the wildlife sanctuary, you can see tigers, rhinoceros, pygmy hogs, peacocks, etc., and many more. This national park is also a home of rare wildlife like the Red Panda, Golden Langur, the Hispid Hare, and the Assam Roofed Top Turtle. It is located at the foothills of the Himalaya in the northeast of Assam. October to April is the best time to visit Manas National Park. This dense forest in Manas National Park is home to over 450 species of birds. In Manas National Park, Safari Zones are available with Jeep, and elephants to visit in the park.
Kamakhya Temple
Kamakhya Temple is located at the Nilachal Hills in Guwahati, Assam and it is one of the oldest temples. It is one of the 51 Sakthi Peeths, where many people come across the country or world.
The most famous Ambubachi Mela is celebrated in the Kamakhya Temple. It is one of the famous tourist places in Assam. Among all the Shakti temples in India, this temple has gained attention because of the belief that it protects its devotees from evil. If you want to travel in October, you can travel as this temple remains open all days of the year; only during Ambubachi Mela does it remain closed for a few days.
Haflong
Haflong is famous for its beautiful hills, gorgeous valleys, scenic landscape and majestic mountains, in Assam. It is located in Dima Hasao district of Assam ad famous tourist destination. Are you a camper or adventurer? Then it is a best location to explore the beautiful scenery.
The tourist can interact with the locals and can explore the beautiful culture and traditions. There are many tourist attractions in the place, such as Haflong Lake, Maibong, Jatinga, etc.
There are many waterfalls in the region. The winter season is the best time to visit the area, but you can also visit in the month of October after the monsoon season. Monsoon is not the best time to visit in the area because of heavy rains.
Majuli
Majuli, which is the world’s largest river island, is situated in the middle of the river Brahmaputra. The Majuli is formed by the Brahmaputra to the south and east, the Subansiri River to the west and an anabranch of the Brahmaputra River called Kherkutia Xuti to the north.
Majuli is located 200 km east of Guwahati. October to March is the best time to visit Majuli Island. Top attractions in Majuli to visit are Kamalabari Satra, Dakhinpat Satra, Auniati Satra, Tengapania, Garmur, etc. Majuli is famous for art, culture and literature. It is best for you to visit in the dry season.
Assam State Zoo cum Botanical Garden
Assam State Zoo cum Botanical Garden is the largest zoo in the Northeast, which is situated at a distance of 6kn from Guwahati. This zoo is popularly known as Guwahati zoo.
The Assam State Zoo cum Botanical Garden which is spread over an area of 175 hectares, the zoo located within the Hengrabari Reserved Forest area of Guwahati. The zoo is home to several rare animals and bird species.
If you visit the place, you can observe 850 rare species of flora and fauna here. The zoo is also a one-horned rhino reserve forest. You can also see tigers, elephants, jaguars, clouded leopards, giraffes, ostriches etc.
Dibrugarh
Dibrugarh is the tea city of India. It is the colorful and vibrant town of Assam, which is situated on the south shore of the River Brahmaputra. Dibrugarh is the one of the places to visit in the month of October. It is the best place of Assam to visit for nature, peace, adventure, beauty or a tinge of history.
The top attractions tourist places to visit in Dibrugarh are Dehing Patkai Wildlife Sanctuary, Barbarua Maidam, Namphake village, Radha Krishna Temple, Joypur Rainforest, etc. You can also experience river rafting in Dibrugarh. Add Dibrugarh to your travel list to visit in October.
Kokachang Waterfall
If you like water falls, then Kokachang waterfall is the best place to visit in the month of October. Kokachang waterfall is the well-known tourist place of Assam. The place is 30 minutes away from Kaziranga. It is situated 13 km away from the Bokakhat, a place in the Karbi Anglong district, Assam. Some popular attractions near this waterfall include the ruins of Numaligarh and Deoparbat (or Deopahar), as well as the scenic tea, coffee, and rubber plantations.
If you visit Kokachang waterfall then you will witness crystal-clear water falling from top of the hill.
Kaziranga National Park
Kaziranga Nationa Park is a renowned UNESCO Worlds Heritage Site, that is situated in the Nagaon and Golaghat district of Assam. This place is among the famous tourist places in Assam, particularly known for its diverse wildlife. You can see the one-horned rhinoceros. It is the reserved forest for wildlife. During the monsoon season, it is not possible to visit the places as the Brahmaputra River floods the park, which remains closed for the visitor.
It is best time to visit in the winter season. During this period, you can enjoy wildlife safaris and bird watching.
Guwahati
Guwahati city is known as the gateway of Northeast India, which is situated in the bank of the river Ganga. It is the largest city of Assam. It is one of the best tourist places in Assam.
Kamakhya temple is situated in the Guwahati city. There are many places to explore in Guwahati. Top tourist places in Guwahati are Assam State Museum, Nehru Park, Navgraha Temple, Guwahati Zoo, Umananda Temple, etc. Moreover, Guwahati boasts of well-maintained airport which is linked to many cities across the country India.
Orang National Park
Orang National Park is a national park of Assam, India, which is situated on the northern bank of the Brahmaputra River in the Darang and Sonitpur districts of Assam. This park is a tiger reserve park.
Orang National Park is rich in flora and fauna, including one-horn rhinoceros, pygmy hog, Asian elephant, wild water buffalo and the Bengal Tiger. The best time to visit Orang National Park is October through April. The visitor hours are 7.30 am to 9.30 am and then 2.00 pm to 3.00 pm. Orang National Park also a large host of Migratory bird. if you visit there then you will able to witnessed large species of bird.
Apart from this you can also visit Silchar, Karimganj, and Hailakandi in Assam, where Durga Puja is celebrated in a grand way in the month of October. The October month is the festive month where Durga Puja, Diwali falls.
In conclusion, Assam is the land of diverse culture, tradition, landscape, and vibrant festivals, making it an ideal destination to visit in Assam. So if you are planning to visit Assam, then you can add this destination to your list to visit.
