On the banks of the mighty river Brahmaputra and ringed on the other side by blue hills, lies city once known as Pragjyotishpura or 'Light of the East' - now called Guwahati. Guwahati houses the capital of Assam, It is the hub of air, rail & road communications of the northeast. Now quite a busy airport, the facilities at Guwahati are in the process of up gradation. The rail services are also being improved with broad gauge having been extended to lumding. Apart from industry, history and scenic splendor, Guwahati is also fascinating for being a window to the wide spectrum of ethnic tribal cultures and a great wealth of forests, flora and fauna.

If one wishes to look at the 'royal past' of Assam, see the colourful and joyous dances like the Bihu, visit the Vaisnavite shrines of Assam, or have an adventure at Kaziranga and other sanctuaries in Assam. Among the interesting sights are given below. Kamakhya Temple, the foremost shrine in Assam, associated with goddess Kali. Located on the scared hills of Nilachal Hill, offers a panoramic view of the river Brahmaputra and the city. Umananda Temple, situated on the peacock island which is the smallest river island in the world. Sukleswar temple is an indication of assimilation between Hindu and Buddhist religions. Nabagraha Temple is a great center for the study of astrology and astronomy.

Bashistashram, with three streams is set in idyllic surroundings. Hajo, Sualkuchi, Chandubi, Bahirabkunda, Darrang, Madan Kamdev, Barpeta, Batadrawa, Tezpur are other important places near the city of Guwahati.