Hill Stations in Assam For A Beautiful North East India Adventure

Known For : Sualkuchi Navagraha Temple Assam State Emporium

Dispur is the beautiful capital and hill station of Assam packed with panoramic views, unique traditions and rich tribal culture. Declared as Assam's capital in 1973, the city houses some of the important buildings of the state like Assam Secretariat, State Emergency Operations Center and State Assemble House.

Things to Do: Sightseeing, River Cruise.

Best Time: November to March

14 Dispur Attractions

Known For : Arboretum Cum Craft Centre Botanical Gardens Marat Longri Wildlife Sanctuary

This picturesque town is a popular picnic spot with people from nearby cities coming here to enjoy the scenic beauty of the place. Other than being a pleasant and quiet getaway, this hill station in Assam has a lot of popular regions in and around attracting tourists. One can take trips to Singhason, Kohora, Khanduli and a number of such places. While in Diphu one can visit the Iskon temple, Shiva Mandir, Deopani Durga Mandir and a few more.

Things to Do: Trekking, Horse Riding, Bird watching etc.

Best Time: August to December, February to May

5 Diphu Attractions

Known For : Shopping in Sualkuchi Hatisatra Sidheswar Devalaya

Sualkuchi is a small sleepy village that displays the culture and traditions of Assam in its best form. This hill station in Assam is, however, best known for its skills and craftsmanship for producing one of the best kinds of silk in the state and thus earning its self a nickname of 'Manchester of East'. One can witness the ethnicity and rustic view of the village in the form of the bamboo houses and walls covered with mud in order to maintain cool in summers and warm in winters. Also rich in flora and fauna, Sualkuchi is an ecologically diverse area inhabiting not only the local exotic animals and birds but also varied species of migratory birds.

Things to Do: Trekking, Silk Shopping.

Best Time: November to March

8 Sualkuchi Attractions

Known For : Adventure sports Golf

Lilabari is a small town located in North Lakhimpur. The hill station in Assam is famous for its waterfront, as it is situated on the left bank of Brahmaputra river and beautified with the breathtaking Dirang valley and Sela pass. Lilabari also has an airport which serves Arunachal Pradesh as well.

Things to Do: Hiking, Rafting, Angling, Golf.

Best Time: October to March

2 Lilabari Attractions

Known For : Sitajakhala Sivakunda Kachasila Hill

Marigaon is a place packed with many surprise elements for tourists to explore. Enriched with a strong history, fascinating legends and unique traditions and culture, this hill station in Assam is like a box of surprises, waiting to be opened.

Things to Do: Sightseeing, Dry Fish Sopping, Elephant Rides, Wildlife Exploration.

Best Time: November to February

9 Marigaon Attractions

Known For : Bagheswari Temple Kakoijana Wildlife Sanctuary Kachugaon Game Reserve

An important city of Assam, it was the last capital of the Kamatapur Kingdom and home to many historical monuments of Assamese culture. Centrally located within the state, this hill station in Assam depicts a vibrant Assamese township and culture. The scenic beauty of Bongaigaon is well preserved.

Things to Do: Boat Rides, Sightseeing.

Best Time: October to May

13 Bongaigaon Attractions

Known For : Chhatachura Range Duhalia Range Shopping in Karimganj

Away from the blaring noises of cities, Karimganj is a small sleepy hill station of Assam steeped in the beauty of nature. Karimganj is the biggest city and administrative headquarter in the district. Situated in the southernmost part of the state, the region majorly consists of wetlands and farms for which it is known as the agriculture district in Assam. It serves as a perfect place to relax and unwind amid the lush green surroundings and besides the meandering rivers.

Things to Do: Trekking, Bird Watching, Boating, Sightseeing, Shopping for Jute & Handicrafts.

Best Time: October to February

8 Karimganj Attractions

Known For : Gerukamukh Malinithan Maa Manipuri Than

The serene location, paddy fields, the temples and the culture makes Dhemaji an experience in itself. The town's name Dhemaji' is believed to be derived from a combination two Assamese words dhal meaning flood and Dhemaji meaning "play".

Things to Do: Angling, Sightseeing and Wildlife Exploration.

Best Time: October to March

6 Dhemaji Attractions