{"id":3703,"date":"2024-08-06T18:42:00","date_gmt":"2024-08-06T13:12:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/?p=3703"},"modified":"2025-07-01T11:05:06","modified_gmt":"2025-07-01T05:35:06","slug":"places-to-visit-near-guwahati-during-weekends","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/places-to-visit-near-guwahati-during-weekends-3703","title":{"rendered":"19 Best Tourist Places to Visit Near Guwahati with Family in Vacation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Are you looking for the best weekend getaways to visit near Guwahati? Guwahati provides a lot worth exploring for the locals. It is not just the largest city in the state of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/state\/assam\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Assam<\/a>, but also one of the largest urban areas of Northeastern India. Many breathtaking and scenic destinations make it a popular weekend terminus. All these tourist attractions near Guwahati are just a weekend away from the city. A visit to them can be planned effortlessly. One can take days to explore the city as it has many exciting attractions for late-night hangouts. It is also a major music destination. Guwahati has awesome spots that are just a couple of hours away. These places help to explore the culture and best of Northeastern India.<\/p><img width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Places-to-visit-near-Guwahati.jpg\" class=\"attachment-post-single size-post-single wp-post-image\" alt=\"Tourist Places to visit near Guwahati\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Places-to-visit-near-Guwahati.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Places-to-visit-near-Guwahati-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Places-to-visit-near-Guwahati-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Places-to-visit-near-Guwahati-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Places-to-visit-near-Guwahati-638x425.jpg 638w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Places-to-visit-near-Guwahati-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" title=\"Places-to-visit-near-Guwahati\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can also add a huge variety to your experience of the region and indulge in trips that are just a small car ride or bus ride away. Destinations like Shillong offer stunning views. You can also explore the well-kept secrets of Northeast India like Cherapunji from Guwahati Assam. The huge variation in activities ensures that different types of travelers get something worth exploring. Guwahati is also one of the top spots for anyone who wishes to get a memorable outing with a lot of cultural essences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_88 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/places-to-visit-near-guwahati-during-weekends-3703\/#Best_Tourist_Spots_near_Guwahati_City\" >Best Tourist Spots near Guwahati City:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/places-to-visit-near-guwahati-during-weekends-3703\/#1_Cherapunji\" >1. Cherapunji:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/places-to-visit-near-guwahati-during-weekends-3703\/#2_Kamakhya_Temple_Guwahati\" >2. Kamakhya Temple Guwahati:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/places-to-visit-near-guwahati-during-weekends-3703\/#3_Guwahati_Zoo\" >3. Guwahati Zoo:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/places-to-visit-near-guwahati-during-weekends-3703\/#4_Sivasagar\" >4. Sivasagar:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/places-to-visit-near-guwahati-during-weekends-3703\/#5_Majuli\" >5. Majuli:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/places-to-visit-near-guwahati-during-weekends-3703\/#6_Elephant_Falls\" >6. Elephant Falls:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/places-to-visit-near-guwahati-during-weekends-3703\/#7_Mawsynram\" >7. Mawsynram:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/places-to-visit-near-guwahati-during-weekends-3703\/#8_Manas_National_Park\" >8. Manas National Park:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/places-to-visit-near-guwahati-during-weekends-3703\/#9_Mawlynnong\" >9. Mawlynnong:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/places-to-visit-near-guwahati-during-weekends-3703\/#10_Kaziranga_National_Park\" >10. Kaziranga National Park:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/places-to-visit-near-guwahati-during-weekends-3703\/#11_Pobitora_Wildlife_Sanctuary\" >11. Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/places-to-visit-near-guwahati-during-weekends-3703\/#12_Shillong\" >12. Shillong:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/places-to-visit-near-guwahati-during-weekends-3703\/#13_Thimphu\" >13. Thimphu:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/places-to-visit-near-guwahati-during-weekends-3703\/#14_Darjeeling\" >14. Darjeeling:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/places-to-visit-near-guwahati-during-weekends-3703\/#15_Sela_Pass\" >15. Sela Pass:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/places-to-visit-near-guwahati-during-weekends-3703\/#16_Umananda_IslandPeacock_Island\" >16. Umananda Island\/Peacock Island:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/places-to-visit-near-guwahati-during-weekends-3703\/#17_Regional_Science_Center\" >17. Regional Science Center:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/places-to-visit-near-guwahati-during-weekends-3703\/#18_Srimanta_Sankardev_Kalakshetra\" >18. Srimanta Sankardev Kalakshetra:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/places-to-visit-near-guwahati-during-weekends-3703\/#19_Nohkalikai_waterfall\" >19. Nohkalikai waterfall:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Tourist_Spots_near_Guwahati_City\"><\/span>Best Tourist Spots near Guwahati City:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are certain top attractions to be enjoyed near Guwahati as a weekend destination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Cherapunji\"><\/span>1. Cherapunji:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/cherapunji-mountain-view.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15113\" style=\"width:840px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/cherapunji-mountain-view.jpg 840w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/cherapunji-mountain-view-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/cherapunji-mountain-view-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/cherapunji-mountain-view-267x200.jpg 267w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/cherapunji-mountain-view-567x425.jpg 567w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/cherapunji-mountain-view-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is one of the best offbeat places near Guwahati located at a distance of 55 km from Shillong. Cherapunji is known among tourists due to being the second wettest place in the world. It received rain throughout the year. The rain in the region gets absorbed by the plains and gorges. It is a great <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/top-experience\/trekking\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">place for trekking<\/a> and enjoying the scenic beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Distance from Guwahati<\/strong><\/td><td>145 km<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Major Attractions<\/strong><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/double-decker-living-root-bridge\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Double Decker Living Root Bridge<\/a>, Mawlynnong, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/nohkalikai-fall\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Nohkalikai Waterfalls<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Kamakhya_Temple_Guwahati\"><\/span>2. Kamakhya Temple Guwahati:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"559\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Kamakhya_Temple_Guwahati.jpg\" alt=\"Kamakhya Temple Guwahati\" class=\"wp-image-15115\" style=\"width:840px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Kamakhya_Temple_Guwahati.jpg 840w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Kamakhya_Temple_Guwahati-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Kamakhya_Temple_Guwahati-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Kamakhya_Temple_Guwahati-301x200.jpg 301w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Kamakhya_Temple_Guwahati-639x425.jpg 639w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Kamakhya_Temple_Guwahati-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Kamakhya_Temple,_Nilachal_Hills,_Guwahati.JPG#\/media\/File:Kamakhya_Temple,_Nilachal_Hills,_Guwahati.JPG\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Wikimedia<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the popular pilgrimage tourist attractions of Assam is the Kamakhya Temple. It is situated on the Neelachal Parbat or hill also known as Kamagiri. It is a major religious landmark that has a rich historical value. The Temple is dedicated to Goddess Kamakhya also known as Sati or Goddess Shakti. The temple is open to visitors all around the year. The temple has a rich mythological history and it is believed that Goddess Sati&#8217;s corpse that got cut into many parts and her &#8216;Yoni&#8217; fell on that the very spot on which the Kamakhya temple is situated. It is a major Shakti Peetha and is visited by many people around the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Location<\/strong><\/td><td>Kamakhya, Guwahati, Assam 781010<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Timings<\/strong><\/td><td>08:00 am \u2013 01:00 am, 02:30 am- 05:30 am<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Distance from Guwahati<\/strong><\/td><td>8 km<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Major Attractions<\/strong><\/td><td>Ambubachi Mela<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Also Read<\/em>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/travelogues\/hitchhiking-north-east-india-trip\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Enjoying my Hitchhiking Trip to North East India<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Guwahati_Zoo\"><\/span>3. Guwahati Zoo:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"560\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/assam-state-zoo-cum-botanical-garden-guwahati.jpg\" alt=\"guwahati zoo\" class=\"wp-image-10955\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/assam-state-zoo-cum-botanical-garden-guwahati.jpg 840w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/assam-state-zoo-cum-botanical-garden-guwahati-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/assam-state-zoo-cum-botanical-garden-guwahati-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/assam-state-zoo-cum-botanical-garden-guwahati-638x425.jpg 638w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/assam-state-zoo-cum-botanical-garden-guwahati-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:ASSAM_STATE_ZOO_CUM_BOTANICAL_GARDEN,_GUWAHATI!_02.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">wikimedia<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Assam State Zoo cum Botanical Garden is popularly called the Guwahati Zoo. It is one of the largest zoos in Northeastern India and covers an area of 175 hectares. The zoo has about 900 animals and birds. It is also home to several endangered and rare animal and bird species. The main attractions of the zoo are the Tiger, one-horned Indian Rhinoceros, Golden Langur, Clouded Leopard, Serow, Gibbon, Elephant, Brow-Antlered Deer, Himalayan Black Bear, and Leopard along with about 250 types of birds. The zoo also has a forest museum and a lake. It is open from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM and is closed on Fridays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Location<\/strong><\/td><td>&nbsp;RG Baruah Road, Guwahati, Assam 781005<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Timings<\/strong><\/td><td>&nbsp;8:00 am to 5:30 pm<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Major Attractions<\/strong><\/td><td>Museum and Lake inside the zoo premises<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Entry Fee<\/strong><\/td><td>Rs 30 (For Indians) and Rs 100 (For Non-Indians)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Distance from Guwahati<\/strong><\/td><td>It is located in the center of the city<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Sivasagar\"><\/span>4. Sivasagar:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"535\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Sivasagar.jpg\" alt=\"Sivasagar\" class=\"wp-image-15116\" style=\"width:840px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Sivasagar.jpg 840w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Sivasagar-300x191.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Sivasagar-768x489.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Sivasagar-314x200.jpg 314w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Sivasagar-667x425.jpg 667w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Sivasagar-150x96.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Sivasagar_-_Assam.jpg#\/media\/File:Sivasagar_-_Assam.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Wikimedia<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is a major attraction in Assam and was ruled by the Ahom Dynasty. This only part of Assam was not under the Mughal rulers. It has many beautiful monuments and temples. The wonderful craftsmanship and architectural skills of the historical times are at display here. A popular thing to see here is the Rang Ghar which was the royal amphitheater. The city is a testimony to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/historical-places-in-india-5512\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">historical treasure of India<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Distance from Guwahati<\/strong><\/td><td>365 km<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Major Attractions<\/strong><\/td><td>Rang Ghar, Joy dol, Shiva dol, Kareng Ghar, Talatal Ghar, Sivasagar tank<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Also Read<\/em>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/bohag-bihu-festival-9598\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bohag Bihu Festival in Assam<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Majuli\"><\/span>5. Majuli:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"408\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/majuli.jpg\" alt=\"majuli\" class=\"wp-image-15118\" style=\"width:840px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/majuli.jpg 840w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/majuli-300x146.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/majuli-768x373.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/majuli-345x168.jpg 345w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/majuli-770x374.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/majuli-150x73.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the most beautiful islands that are located on the River Brahmaputra. Majuli is spread over an area of 421 sq. km. The island is depleting every day due to the washing away of the sediments. The island can be explored by a private boat and also by a ferry. The place has immense beauty and is not very crowded. There are some beautiful monasteries like the Dakhinpath Satra, Garamur, and Auniati Satra.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Distance from Guwahati<\/strong><\/td><td>330 km<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Major Attractions<\/strong><\/td><td>Kamalabari Satra, Tengapania<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Elephant_Falls\"><\/span>6. Elephant Falls:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"532\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/elephant-fall-shillong.jpg\" alt=\"Elephant Falls\" class=\"wp-image-15119\" style=\"width:840px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/elephant-fall-shillong.jpg 840w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/elephant-fall-shillong-300x190.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/elephant-fall-shillong-768x486.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/elephant-fall-shillong-316x200.jpg 316w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/elephant-fall-shillong-671x425.jpg 671w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/elephant-fall-shillong-150x95.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/elephant-fall\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">elephant falls<\/a> near Shillong are popular in the northeast due to the elephant-like stone that is located on its foot. There are three layers of falls that are accessible from different points. This is a great place to spend in the lap of nature and savor the spectacle of water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Location<\/strong><\/td><td>Upper Shillong, Shillong, Meghalaya 793009<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Timings<\/strong><\/td><td>10:00 am &#8211; 6:00 pm (Closed on Sundays)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Distance from Guwahati<\/strong><\/td><td>105 km<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Major Attractions<\/strong><\/td><td>The Vantage point of the falls<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Mawsynram\"><\/span><strong>7. <\/strong>Mawsynram:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is one of the wettest places in the world and is also a village with breathtaking beauty. Mawsynram is located about 61 km from Shillong. The place is a delight for nature lovers and is a perfect weekend destination. Mawsynram is the most perfect tourist destination near Guwahati and is ideal for a short weekend trip from Guwahati. It is close to Cherapunji when it comes to the record of the wettest place in India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Location<\/strong><\/td><td>Village in Meghalaya<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Distance from Guwahati<\/strong><\/td><td>150 km<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Major Attractions<\/strong><\/td><td>Mawsmai Caves and Mawsmai Falls<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Manas_National_Park\"><\/span>8. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/manas-national-park\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Manas National Park<\/a>:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Manas-National-Park-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Manas National Park\" class=\"wp-image-1479\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Manas-National-Park-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Manas-National-Park-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Manas-National-Park-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Manas-National-Park.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Manas-National-Park-638x425.jpg 638w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Manas National Park<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This national park is located on the Himalayan foothills. It has many rare and endangered species like the Assam roofed Turtle, Golden Langur, Hispid Hare, and Pygmy Hog. It also has a Tiger reserve and is a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/unesco-world-heritage-sites-in-india-138\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">UNESCO World Heritage site<\/a>. The Manas River is a major attraction of the park and is a tributary of the River Brahmaputra. The park also has a rich flora.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Location<\/strong><\/td><td>Manas Road, Barangabari Gyati Village, Dist Baksa, Gobardhana, Assam <\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Timings<\/strong><\/td><td>6:00 am to 3:00 pm<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Entry Fee<\/strong><\/td><td>Rs 20<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Distance from Guwahati<\/strong><\/td><td>130 km<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Major Attractions<\/strong><\/td><td>Manas River<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Mawlynnong\"><\/span>9. Mawlynnong:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"523\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Mawlynnong_-_Cleanest_village_of_Aisa.jpg\" alt=\"Asia's cleanest village Mawlynnong\" class=\"wp-image-15120\" style=\"width:840px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Mawlynnong_-_Cleanest_village_of_Aisa.jpg 840w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Mawlynnong_-_Cleanest_village_of_Aisa-300x187.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Mawlynnong_-_Cleanest_village_of_Aisa-768x478.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Mawlynnong_-_Cleanest_village_of_Aisa-321x200.jpg 321w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Mawlynnong_-_Cleanest_village_of_Aisa-683x425.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Mawlynnong_-_Cleanest_village_of_Aisa-150x93.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Mawlynnong_-_Cleanest_village_of_Aisa_in_Meghalaya.jpg#\/media\/File:Mawlynnong_-_Cleanest_village_of_Aisa_in_Meghalaya.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Wikimedia<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This place has its attraction as it is located in the Khasi Hills of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/state\/meghalaya\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Meghalaya<\/a>. Mawlynnong has been declared the cleanest village in Asia and is also popular due to the matrilineal society which is a unique concept in the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Location<\/strong><\/td><td>East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Entry Fee<\/strong><\/td><td>Rs 10<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Distance from Guwahati<\/strong><\/td><td>170 km<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Kaziranga_National_Park\"><\/span>10. Kaziranga National Park:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/kaziranga-national-park.jpg\" alt=\"kaziranga national park\" class=\"wp-image-15121\" style=\"width:840px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/kaziranga-national-park.jpg 840w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/kaziranga-national-park-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/kaziranga-national-park-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/kaziranga-national-park-267x200.jpg 267w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/kaziranga-national-park-567x425.jpg 567w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/kaziranga-national-park-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Kaziranga National Park<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is one of the popular places in Assam and is home to the one-horned Rhinoceros. The wildlife sanctuary has about two-thirds of the total population of the world\u2019s Rhino. Other animals include the Elephant, Swamp Deer, and Wild Water Buffalo. It is situated on the flood plains of River Brahmaputra and has tea estates on both sides. The popular animals include the Asiatic Water Buffalo, Herbivores Elephants, Eastern Swamp Deer, Tiger, Sambhar, Indian Mangoose, Bengal Fox, Civets, Golden Jackal, Gray Mongoose, Sloth Bear, Greater Adjutant, Ferruginous Duck, Lesser Adjutant, and Indian Pangolins are spotted in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/kaziranga-national-park\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kaziranga National Park<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Location<\/strong><\/td><td>Kanchanjuri, Assam 784177<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Timings<\/strong><\/td><td>Open 24 hours<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Entry Fee<\/strong><\/td><td>Rs 100 (For Indians) and Rs 650 (For Non-Indians)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Distance from Guwahati<\/strong><\/td><td> 165 km<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Pobitora_Wildlife_Sanctuary\"><\/span>11. Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Pobitora_Wildlife_Sanctuary.jpg\" alt=\"Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary\" class=\"wp-image-15122\" style=\"width:840px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Pobitora_Wildlife_Sanctuary.jpg 840w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Pobitora_Wildlife_Sanctuary-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Pobitora_Wildlife_Sanctuary-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Pobitora_Wildlife_Sanctuary-345x194.jpg 345w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Pobitora_Wildlife_Sanctuary-175x100.jpg 175w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Pobitora_Wildlife_Sanctuary-755x425.jpg 755w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Pobitora_Wildlife_Sanctuary-150x84.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Pobitora_Wildlife_Sanctuary,_Assam,_India_(6).jpg#\/media\/File:Pobitora_Wildlife_Sanctuary,_Assam,_India_(6).jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Wikimedia<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wildlife-sanctuaries-national-parks-in-india-2778\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">wildlife sanctuary<\/a> is home to the one-horned Rhinos. It also has a unique diversity of birds. This place is loved by bird watchers. The Wildlife Sanctuary is on the route to Kaziranga National Park and thus is often visited by tourists on the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Location<\/strong><\/td><td>Pobitora Forest Range Office Road, Pabitara, Assam 782411<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Timings<\/strong><\/td><td>6.30 am to 5:00 pm<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Entry Fee<\/strong><\/td><td>Rs 50<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Distance from Guwahati<\/strong><\/td><td>55 km<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Major Attractions<\/strong><\/td><td>one-horned Rhinoceros<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Shillong\"><\/span>12. Shillong:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"560\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/shillong.jpg\" alt=\"Shillong a popular tourist attraction\" class=\"wp-image-10957\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/shillong.jpg 840w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/shillong-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/shillong-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/shillong-638x425.jpg 638w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/shillong-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is one of the most stunning locations near Guwahati and is a great weekend getaway away from the chaos of city life. The ride from Guwahati to Shillong is a picturesque one and you will experience gorgeous landscapes here. All adventure lovers and nature enthusiasts love to visit here. It is also a great cultural trail and is loved by the music aficionados as many music concerts are held here. Shillong has many spots to enjoy over the weekend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Location<\/strong><\/td><td>City in Meghalaya<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Distance from Guwahati<\/strong><\/td><td>100 km<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Major Attractions<\/strong><\/td><td>Sweet Falls, Elephant Falls, Wards Lake, Lady Hydari Park<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Thimphu\"><\/span>13. Thimphu:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"560\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Thimphu-City-of-Bhutan.jpg\" alt=\"Thimphu famous city of bhutan\" class=\"wp-image-10956\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Thimphu-City-of-Bhutan.jpg 840w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Thimphu-City-of-Bhutan-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Thimphu-City-of-Bhutan-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Thimphu-City-of-Bhutan-638x425.jpg 638w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Thimphu-City-of-Bhutan-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Thimphu-06-vom_Buddha_Dordenma-2015-gje.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">wikimedia<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Also known as the heart of Bhutan, Thimphu is the most picturesque city in the Himalayan region. It has many cafes, restaurants, and pubs and is a modern city of Bhutan. The city has great nightlife and has many architectural structures. The Buddha Dordenmais also a highlight of the city. The Textile Museum and Art schools of the city are popular and this makes it a cultural centre. Thimphu has both modernity and tradition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Location<\/strong><\/td><td>Capital of Bhutan<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Distance from Guwahati<\/strong><\/td><td>450 km<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Major Attractions<\/strong><\/td><td>Textile Museum, Library, Art schools, and the weekend market<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_Darjeeling\"><\/span>14. Darjeeling:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Darjeeling.jpg\" alt=\"Darjeeling\" class=\"wp-image-7392\" style=\"width:840px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Darjeeling.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Darjeeling-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Darjeeling-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Darjeeling-638x425.jpg 638w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Darjeeling-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the best places to enjoy spectacular sunrises and mind-blowing natural beauty with the serenity of the hills. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/cities\/places-to-visit-in-darjeeling\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Darjeeling <\/a>has long been a popular tourist spot in the eastern part of India. The city is located on a steep mountain ridge and has lush green tea plantations. Darjeeling has a pleasantly cool climate and is a scenic hill station which is a perfect getaway for family outings or romantic outings<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Distance from Guwahati<\/strong><\/td><td>503 km<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Major Attractions<\/strong><\/td><td>Kanchenjunga Mountain, Tiger Hill, Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park, Japanese Peace Pagoda<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Sela_Pass\"><\/span>15. Sela Pass:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"446\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Sela_Pass.jpg\" alt=\"Sela Pass Himalaya Mountain Range\" class=\"wp-image-15123\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Sela_Pass.jpg 840w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Sela_Pass-300x159.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Sela_Pass-768x408.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Sela_Pass-345x183.jpg 345w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Sela_Pass-770x409.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Sela_Pass-150x80.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/Category:Sela_Pass#\/media\/File:Sela_Pass,_Arunachal_Pradesh.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Wikimedia<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is a great place to enjoy the Himalayan beauty and this pass is extremely important for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/state\/arunachal-pradesh\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Arunachal Pradesh<\/a>. Sela Pass has a breathtaking beauty and is a stunning spot with lots of natural beauty. It is covered in snow and gives some beautiful views of the Himalayan range.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Location<\/strong><\/td><td>Arunachal Pradesh, India<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Timings<\/strong><\/td><td>8 am to 6 pm<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Distance from Guwahati<\/strong><\/td><td>370 km<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Major Attractions<\/strong><\/td><td>Sela Lake<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"16_Umananda_IslandPeacock_Island\"><\/span>16. Umananda Island\/Peacock Island:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the heart of the Brahmaputra River, the smallest river island in the world is called Umananda Island. Human settlements coexist harmoniously with the wildlife on this island. Lord Kamdev, also known as Lord of Love, was said to have been turned into ashes here when he interfered with Lord Shiva&#8217;s meditation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Location<\/strong><\/td><td>Brahmaputra, Assam<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Timings<\/strong><\/td><td>5.30 am to 6 pm <\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Distance from Guwahati<\/strong><\/td><td>7 km<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"17_Regional_Science_Center\"><\/span>17. Regional Science Center:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/regional-science-center\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Regional Science Center<\/a> is a place where people can learn about science. It has various exhibits that explain scientific concepts like physics, biology, and space, through hands-on activities. The center hosts educational shows and workshops for students and visitors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Location<\/strong><\/td><td>Pir Ajan Fakir Rd, Resham Nagar, Khanapara, Guwahati, Assam<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Timings<\/strong><\/td><td>9:30 am to 6:00 pm<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Major Attractions<\/strong><\/td><td>3D shows, Digital Planetarium<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"18_Srimanta_Sankardev_Kalakshetra\"><\/span>18. Srimanta Sankardev Kalakshetra:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Srimanta-Sankardev-Kalakshetra.jpg\" alt=\"Srimanta Sankardev Kalakshetra\" class=\"wp-image-12739\" style=\"width:800px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Srimanta-Sankardev-Kalakshetra.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Srimanta-Sankardev-Kalakshetra-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Srimanta-Sankardev-Kalakshetra-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Srimanta-Sankardev-Kalakshetra-267x200.jpg 267w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Srimanta-Sankardev-Kalakshetra-567x425.jpg 567w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Srimanta-Sankardev-Kalakshetra-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Srimanta Sankardev Kalakshetra is a cultural center in Guwahati, Assam, dedicated to showcasing the rich heritage of Assam. It is named after the 15th-century saint and cultural icon Srimanta Sankardev, Kalakshetra is the place where you can explore the art, culture, and tradition of Assam. It includes a museum, an open-air theatre and a library, among the facilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Location<\/strong><\/td><td>Panjabari Rd, Batahguli, Guwahati, Assam<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Timings<\/strong><\/td><td>9:30 am to 7:00 pm<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"19_Nohkalikai_waterfall\"><\/span>19. Nohkalikai waterfall:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"531\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Nohkalikai-Fall-1.jpg\" alt=\"Nohkalikai waterfall\" class=\"wp-image-15124\" style=\"width:800px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Nohkalikai-Fall-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Nohkalikai-Fall-1-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Nohkalikai-Fall-1-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Nohkalikai-Fall-1-301x200.jpg 301w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Nohkalikai-Fall-1-640x425.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Nohkalikai-Fall-1-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Nohkalikai waterfall is the fourth-highest waterfall in the world. Its height is 1115 feet (340 metres). It is located near Guwahati and it is a must-visit spot during the monsoon season. Nohkalikai waterfall is surrounded by green forests and is often covered by mist due to heavy rainfall in the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Location<\/strong><\/td><td>Sohra, Cherrapunjee<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Timings<\/strong><\/td><td>9:00 am to 5:00 pm<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Distance from Guwahati<\/strong><\/td><td>147 km<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Time to Pack Bags<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With so many sightseeing places to visit near Guwahati on the weekend; you are left with a little time to pack bags and move on for a magical weekend trip with family and friends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Keep checking this platform <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">theindia<\/a> for more wonderful travel write-ups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>FAQ&#8217;s:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1710237287843\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">When is the best time to visit Guwahati?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The best time to visit Guwahati is from October to April, during the post-monsoon and winter months. At this time the weather is pleasant and comfortable for sightseeing.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1710237305660\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is Guwahati famous for?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Guwahati is known as the gateway of north-east India. It is famous for its historical temples, rich cultural heritage, scenic beauty, diverse wildlife, and Brahmaputra river that flows through the middle of the city.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1710237539285\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is Guwahati safe for tourists?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">While Guwahati is generally safe for tourists, but as with any city, it&#8217;s advisable to take standard precautions like being aware of your surroundings and avoiding deserted areas at night.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1710237570825\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How to reach Guwahati?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Guwahati is well-connected to India&#8217;s major cities by air, rail, and road. It has direct flights and train services from major cities.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1723123498116\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What adventure activities can I do near Guwahati?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">You can engage in activities like river rafting on the Brahmaputra, trekking in the nearby hills, wildlife safaris in Kaziranga or Pobitora, and exploring caves in Meghalaya.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you looking for the best weekend getaways to visit near Guwahati? Guwahati provides a lot worth exploring for the locals. 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