Assam
Assam- famous for its aromatic tea in the whole world is an Indian state in the south of the majestic eastern Himalayas.
Jorhat- a city in Assam, is also known as the tea capital of the world.
It is a land of rivers, hills, lakes with captivating scenery, an abode to the many endangered species of birds and animals.
Why you should visit Assam
Assam is a bewitching amalgamation of natural and artificial landscapes. It is the ideal holiday destination to revive the vagabond in you. View of the blue mountains in the backdrop of tranquil and crystal clear water of lakes will calm and soothe your mind. And the vibrant colors of orchids will inspire the photographer in you.
Wildlife
Assam is heaven for wildlife lovers. It has five national parks, out of which two (Kaziranga national park and Manas national park) are declared world heritage sites by UNESCO. It has conserved many endangered species like one- headed Indian rhinoceros from near extinction along with the Ganges river dolphin, Ganges shark, Bengal tiger, pygmy hog, wild water buffalo, pink-headed duck and many more. This place is no less than a paradise for the people who love watching birds, as Assam has the highest diversity of birds in India, with around 820 species.
Majuli Island
Majuli is a freshwater island on the Brahmaputra river. This place has lush greenery and fresh air. To reach this island, people use a boat or ferry, which in itself is a unique experience. This island is a cultural hub.
Kamakhya temple
If you are looking forward to exploring the religious heritage of the country, then this is the place for you. It is a temple dedicated to the Hindu Goddess Kamakhya. People from all around India come here, and it is one of the most auspicious places for Hindus.
Jatinga
This place will appeal to the inquisitive side of your personality. It is famous for the mysterious suicides of birds on the night of the new moon.
Culture, Festivals and Crafts
You must have heard about the Bihu – Assamese new year. Assamese celebrate this in three parts with much enthusiasm. Bihu is also the folk dance of Assam and an essential part of the culture.
Crafts
Assam has a rich culture. It is famous for its cane and bamboo craft, terracotta work, and silk and cotton weaving.
Festivals
If festivals are the soul of a place, then Assam has a vibrant soul.
The most significant and famous festival in Assam is Bihu. It is a festival celebrated to show gratitude towards God for a good harvest in March.
How could It be possible that a state famous for tea plantations does not have any festival dedicated to the tea plantation? There are two festivals widely known as the Tea festival and Karam puja, which celebrate and glorify the heritage of the state through exhibitions.
Majuli, the festival is celebrated by the people of Assam in which different ethnic groups gather and showcase their cultural and traditional crafts.
Food
Assam has a variety of food that will tickle your taste buds and delight your foody soul. Khaar, Duck Meat Curry, Maasor Tenga, Aloo Pitika, Xaak Aru Bhaji are some of the items of the never-ending list.
Language
Assamese is the official language of the state.
Some other places worth visiting in Assam
- Hajo:- It is an ancient place and unique because it has worship places of three religions – Hindu, Muslims, and Buddhists.
- Peacock Island in Guwahati:- This island holds a mythological significance. According to Hindu mythology, Lord Shiva brought this island into existence for Goddess Parvati.
- Jorhat:- If you want to have a first-hand experience of tea estates, this is the place for you. It is famous worldwide for its tea and known as the tea capital of the world.
Major Airports of Assam
It has many Airports connecting to the other significant parts of the country to make your travel comfortable. The list of airports include-
- Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, Guwahati
- Mohanbari Airport, Dibrugarh
- Lilabari Airport, Lakhimpur
- Salonibari Airport, Tezpur
- Rowriah Airport, Jorhat
- Kumbhirgram Airport, Silchar