Situated on the banks of the river Brahmaputra, Guwahati is the largest city in the state of Assam and the gateway to the northeastern states. Guwahati is the business hub of the region and the site for the world's largest tea auctions.

The history of Guwahati dates back to the epic times. Guwahati is mentioned in the epic 'Mahabharata' as the capital of the demon king Narakasura of Pragijyotispura.So the city came to be known as Pragijyotishpura or 'Light of the East'. The name Guwahati is an amusing combination of two words- Guwa meaning areca nut and Hat meaning market.

The prominent tourist attractions in Guwahati are its ancient temples. The Kamakhya Temple situated atop the Nilachal Hill is considered to be the most sacred among the tantrik shrines of Shakti worship in the world. Other famous temples in Guwahati are the Umananda temple and the Navagraha temple. About 12 kms to the south of Guwahati is the Vashistha Ashram, which is believed to be the place where the famous sage Vasishta lived. Besides the temple tour, Guwahati also has some interesting tourist attractions. Guwahati Zoo should be on the itinerary if you are a wild life enthusiast because it is the largest natural zoo of the country.There are various museums too like the State Museum, Anthropological Museum, Forest Museum, and Cottage Industries Museum, which are treasure houses of Assam's rich cultural past. The Guwahati planetarium, located on MG Road will also be a fascinating experience. To get a real experience of the rich arts of the Assam you should stopover at the Srimanta Sankardev Kalakshetra in Panjabari.
Excursions from Guwahati can be made to interesting places like the Manas wildlife sanctuary. Hajo has the famous Hayagriba Madhaya Temple, which can be reached by a long stone stairway at the foot of which is a pond with a giant turtle considered to be one of the oldest residents of Hajo. Chandubi, a natural lagoon is a popular picnic spot with options for fishing and rowing. Madan Kamdev is famous for its archeological ruins with an ancient Durga temple. If you want to have see the traditional art of silk weaving, you should visit Sualkuchi, the weaver's village 32 kms from Guwahati. Tezpur is a must see place famous for its historical attractions and adventure sports. The religiously inclined can make a visit to Barpeta, to the monastery and shrine dedicated to the Vaishnavite saint, Sankardeva.

Bohag Bihu is the most famous festival in Guwahati, which marks the beginning of the Assamese New Year. Durga Puja and the Ambubashi Mela at Kamakhya Temple are the other prominent festivals in Guwahati.

Shopping in Guwahati will be a fascinating experience as you can find a wide choice of bamboo and cane products, from exquisitely made furniture to even hairclips and fashion accessories. In Guwahati, you can also shop for fascinating apparels made of Assamese silks and cottons with threadwork displaying traditional motifs.

Hotels in Guwahati assure a pleasant and memorable stay while you are on your exploration of the northeast. You can also indulge in a wide range of typical Assamese cuisine, which include rice, fish and a variety of desserts.

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