Maa Kamakhya of Guwahati is one of the oldest temples in India. There are 51 shakti peethas in different parts of India as well as in Pakistan, Nepal & Sri Lanka.
World’s Largest River Island “Majuli”
Majuli is recognized as the largest river island in the world. It is located on the Brahmaputra river near Jorhat, and encapsulates a lush green and pollution free environment.
India’s Widest River “Brahmaputra”
It flows for about 35 km (22 mi) and is joined by the Dibang River and the Lohit River at the head of the Assam Valley. Below the Lohit, the river is called Brahmaputra, enters the state of Assam, and becomes very wide—as wide as 10 km (6 mi) in parts of Assam.
World’s biggest weaving village “Sualkuchi”
Sualkuchi is a village in Kamrup district, which is often dubbed as the, “Manchester of Assam”, because of its huge cottage and textile industry.
Asia’s oldest amphitheater “Ranghar, Sibsagar”
Ranghar is a historic monument located near the town of Sibsagar. It is believed that the monument was constructed around 1744-1750 AD, thereby making it one of the oldest.
World’s highest one horned rhino population “Kaziranga”
Assam is always inextricably linked with the Kaziranga National Park, and for good reason. Kaziranga is a bonafide World Heritage Site, and it is also home to two-thirds of the world’s great one-horned rhinoceroses.
World’s largest tea growing region “across the state”
Assam is considered the largest tea producing state in the whole world. Assam contributes more than 52 percent of the country’s total tea production.
India’s largest natural zoo “Assam State Zoo”
Assam State Zoo is the largest zoo in North East India, spread across 432 acres of land. It is situated in the capital city of Guwahati, and it is home to almost 113 species of animals and birds from all around the world.
India’s Tea Capital “Jorhat”
Jorhat is a major city and district in upper Assam. It is widely referred to as the, ‘Tea Capital of India’. It was the last capital of the Ahom dynasty and is home to some of the oldest historical monuments of Assam.
Asia’s oldest refinery and birthplace of crude oil “Digboi”
When railway tracks were being laid during the 18th century, oil traces were found in Digboi, which led to the first oil well being dug in the city.
India’s first 5 star river cruise “M.V. Mahabaahu” on Brahmaputra
The basic idea behind cruising across the shores of a river is to derive utmost pleasure, and there is no better way to cruise off the Brahmaputra coast than to board the M.V Mahabaahu.
India’s longest bridge “Bhupen Hazarika Bridge”
This bridge was inaugurated by our Prime Minister on 26th May. It has been renamed after Assam’s iconic singer Dr Bhupen Hazarika.
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