The North-Eastern state of Assam is situated amidst the Eastern Himalayas. Tourists book the Assam Tour Packages to spend quality time amidst the Himalayan ranges and the holy rivers. The Barak River and Brahmaputra River run along the state making it fertile for widespread tea plantations. Renowned for misty hills, diverse flora & fauna, and fertile valleys, there are countless things to do in Assam for the tourists. The lush green valley of Assam welcomes loads of tourists towards the North-Eastern part of India, especially during the months of October to April. Yet, November to March is considered as the best time to visit Assam. It is an amazing getaway for families and a group of friends. You can buy Assam Meghalaya tour packages from your tour operators for spending leisure time amidst the mesmerizing sceneries of Assam.
Assam has been invaded by the Chinese army and the Islamic rulers during the 13th Century. It was also ruled by North Indians and Mughals. In 1826 when the British Company occupied Assam, the Mughal invasion ended. This was followed by the Indian independence, after which Assam was divided into East Pakistan (Bangladesh) and the Indian state Assam in the year 1962.
The Kaziranga National Park, located in Assam, is the domicile of the one-horned rhinoceros. A visit to the National Park would give you a deep insight into the rich flora and fauna of Assam. There are many other wonderful views and beautiful places to visit in Assam. Places like Dibrugarh, Goalpara, Jorhat, Shillong, Silchar, Guwahati, Majuli, and many others attract thousands of tourists every year. The pleasant winds and excellent aura at these places offer the tourists a respite from their boring routine. Tourists book Assam Holiday Packages to explore all these destinations peacefully. You must ensure that your Assam Holiday Tour Package also includes visits to various national parks like Nameri National Park, Dibru Saikhowa National Park, Manas National Park, Orang National Park, and many others.
Assam is known for its Tea, Silk, and Spices. You can shop for a wide variety of teas and spices from the local markets here. Most of the tea plantations of Assam are located near the sea level. Thus, the Assam tea has bright color, strong taste, malty flavor, and brisk texture. Some of the popular spices of Assam include Sichuan Pepper, Raw Turmeric, Chili peppers, and others. The silk fabric or ready-made silk Sarees are available in the markets of Guwahati. Some famous markets for silk fabrics are Silkalay, Kalpataru, Bowari, and others. You must add a day’s visit to the famous shopping centers in the itineraries of your Assam Tour Package.
The nearest airport is Guwahati’s Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, which is connected to major Indian cities. It is located 25 km away from Assam. You also reach Assam via rail. The railway network of Assam connects the state to the other main states of India. The nearest railway station to Assam is the Guwahati Railway Station. You can also drive to Assam via highways. Besides, Assam State Transport Corporation runs regular buses to and from Assam. While booking an Assam Package, ensure that you add air/ rail/ bus ticketing in your package. More »
