Assam is a beautiful state of India filled with diverse wonders. 

A tourist visiting this state, located in the northeastern part of India, will simply get blown away due to its vivid beauty. The diehard thirst for travel of a person which we often refer to as the wanderlust, gets satiated fully whenever one visits Assam. Every nook and cranny of Assam is full of ethereal stories which when narrated visually before a tourist, leave him/ her reeling with massive curiosity and unspeakable wonder. No matter where you point your camera in Assam, you will be greeted with a picture whose etherealness isn't sufficient to be described in a mere thousand words. Similarly, whenever you try to write a paragraph on the beauty of Assam or try to describe it in the sweet melody of poetry, it won't suffice as the flora and fauna of the state weaves a landscape of such raw beauty for miles and miles that it extends far beyond our vision. 

So, the best way to witness the beauty of Assam would be to visit its breathtakingly beautiful and highly famous places with a proper plan. This is the wise action to witness the evergreen tourism sites of Assam.

There are seven national parks and seventeen wildlife sanctuaries in Assam. These paradises of greenery are literally separate kinds of enchanting worlds filled with bewitching sights and sounds. As you embark on a safari inside any of these havens of wildlife, you will be simply left spellbound with the abundant environmental riches present there. Each turn will reveal such breathtaking sights, and the interplay of light amidst the foliage with its varying thickness will simply put every Instagram filter to shame. The forests of Assam are a habitat of some amazing fauna, some of whose names have not yet been revealed by the scientific community. 

Travel through the forests of Assam is no less than going straightaway to a fantasy land, but in reality, as you get to see creatures you haven't seen before or heard about anywhere. Meanwhile, the state, which is the home of a vivid variety of plant species, is mostly present in the forest areas. So, traveling to the national parks and wildlife sanctuaries will not only enhance your knowledge of the plant kingdom but also let you get a whiff of some fragrant smells, which could put even the most expensive and famous perfumes in the world to shame.

Assam is also a place where religion and spirituality perfectly blend to give rise to positive vibes right from the depths of the soul, literally. A fun yet amazing fact of Assam is that the smallest and largest riverine islands in the world, known as Umananda and Majuli, respectively, are located right within the state. Both of these islands are spiritually rich destinations. While Umananda is renowned for its Shiva temple, Majuli is famous for its Satras, which are religious places where Naams (prayers to Lord Krishna) are sung melodiously by people gathering together as a community. 

The state has a number of marvellous temples located in surroundings rich with vibrant sights of Nature. Besides temples, the state also has mosques, dargahs, churches, and gurudwaras with wonderful architecture. These places collectively make the state where culture and nature blend in perfect harmony to make a wanderlust-filled traveller get a taste of heavenly ambrosia.

The river tourism of Assam is a whole industry in itself. From sitting or standing near the riverbank to simply gazing at the mystic beauty of the river Brahmaputra or going out into the waters on a boat ride or a ship cruise, the happiness of literally embracing the lifeline of Assam by being in its very presence is surreal. Meanwhile, the roads of Assam are also unique in their own way. While there are many well-built roads and highways complete with flyovers and bridges, there are also the zig-zag mountain roads as well as bumpy off-roads. So, you can imagine what kind of rich experience you can get by going on road trips in Assam. There are also the tea gardens where tourism takes on a different form altogether. 

A stroll amidst the beautiful garden plantations, learning about the process of tea manufacturing and sipping on a warm cuppa is simply surreal yet a unique, magnificent experience to be savoured only in Assam. The food to be enjoyed in Assam is also another delight. The culinary experience might be simple fare with fewer spices and oil, but the taste and the health benefits that come along with it are of a next level.

A shopaholic can indulge in a memorable retail therapy in Assam. From the exquisite handlooms rich in colorful weaves to the diverse handicrafts of the state, a shopper would surely be spoilt for choice while shopping in Assam. The lanes and bylanes of shopping complexes of Assam are always chock-a-block with people and things.

Whether you are a honeymoon couple head over heels with each other, a solo traveller who idolizes solitude, an adventurer who lives and breathes by dreaming of daring activities, or a family tight-knit together in love, Assam is a perfect travel destination for you. Come and soak up its sights and sounds so that you can remove the thirst of wanderlust with the tonic of travel.

Tourism is a great stress buster. This is because the excitement of making new discoveries itself soothes the heart and mind so much that a wave of positivity engulfs us in such a way that no negative emotions can overpower that ecstatic feeling.

The great hope of getting a breath of fresh air along with the passion of learning something new always makes us feel happier, and the everyday blues seem to get automatically melted away. Moreover, such is the joy of travelling that every instant of a trip, right from the starting journey to the end of it, is carried out with renewed vigour. But, the end does turn sad as it means saying goodbye to a phase of learning something new practically every day. 

Assam is also one where your joyful trip can turn into great memories. So, do visit and try it out.

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