10 Most Beautiful Hill Stations In Assam One Should Not Miss

Situated on the bank of the river Brahmaputra, Assam is a north-eastern state of India that looks like a bird that stretched its wings on the Indian map. The geographic location of this state serves as the gateway of India. The state of Assam is known for its famous one-horned Rhino, the finest quality silk and, wild Asian elephants that are popular all over the world.

Besides these, the magnificent landscapes, striking terrains, tea estates and lush greenery all around the hills make this place one of the ideal vacationing destinations for the people who are looking for some quality time to spend with their loved ones. Assam is a place that is blessed with a number of hill stations. In fact, some of them are said to be the most sought after places for vacation. Here, in this blog, you will come to know about 10 beautiful hill stations in Assam one should visit at least once in a lifetime. Now let’s have a look at the list below –

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List Of 10 beautiful hill stations one should visit once in a lifetime

• Maibang – Famous for its age-old Kachari Kingdom
• Diphu – An ultimate place for the nature lovers
• Umrangso – Breath-taking picturesque beauty
• Haflong – The most splendid hill station of Assam
• Shillong – The Scotland of the East
• Lilabari – Revealing the nature’s beauty at its best
• Sukalkuchi – The place of craftsmanship
• Karimganj – Place of local Tribes
• Dhemaji – The green valley of Brahmaputra
• Jatinga – The birds mystery place

Maibang:

The name of the place Maibang is basically the blend of two words whose meaning stands “plenty of rice”. The place maibang is the land of prosperity and it happened to be the capital of Dimasa Kachari since 1536 AD. During that time, they created a very popular stone house which has now become a famous tourist spot. As per the history, it is said that the king of Dimasa had a dream where a Goddess swayed him to create a structure out of one single stone within a night if he wanted to get back his kingdom from the Koches. But since he could not fulfill the wish of the Goddess, he gradually lost the battle against the Koches. Besides this, the place has a breath-taking scenic beauty as well as sight scenes which make this place a popular tourist destination in Assam. 

Diphu:

Just only 43 kms away from the capital city Dispur, Diphu is truly one of the most beautiful hill stations in Assam as well as a perfect weekend gateway where you can have some peaceful time away from the hustle and bustle of the city. The place has Arboretum which is the most sought after place for a picnic. It is maintained by the State forest department and is filled with local vegetables. Besides this, Botanical garden, Taralangso Cultural center, and District Museum are some of the most popular tourist places in Diphu that one can explore.

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Umrangso:

This place is situated at the border location of Assam and Meghalaya respectively. It is a beautiful town surrounded by lush greenery and hills. This place has a big industrial project named Kopili Hydroelectric project which has been built on the river Kopili and it is also one of the famous tourist spots in Umrangso. If you are fond of authentic food delicacies of Assam, then this place is apt where you can find the famous Masor Tenga (Tangy fish curry) and duck meat in the eateries of this place. This place is famous for its natural hot springs that hold great medicinal properties. A huge number of tourists visited this place every year just to take a bath in the water.

Haflong

Haflong is one of the most beautiful hill stations in Assam. Situated at an elevation of 2,230 feet, this place holds a picturesque view and a breath-taking scenic beauty which grab the attention of the tourists. This place is just 310km away from Guwahati and it is the ultimate place for nature lovers, campers and trekkers. Paragliding is also a popular activity which is done by most tourists in Haflong. Some of the most visited tourist places in Haflong are Jatinga Bird Observatory, Haflong Lake, Haflong Hill and so on.

Shillong

It is a famous hill station and also the capital of Meghalaya. The place is famous for its sparkling lakes, mesmerizing waterfalls and high hills. The beauty of this place is so breath-taking that it is known as the “Scotland of the East”. The green hills and Pine forests give the title of “Scotland of the East” to this place. 

Lilabari

It is a small town located in the North Lakhimpur area in Assam. Since this place is situated on the left bank of the river Brahmaputra, therefore, this place is famous for its beautiful waterfronts such as Sela Pass and Dirang Valley. Lilabari has an airport that serves as Arunachal Pradesh. Besides the serenity and beauty of this place, this town offers some of the best adventurous sports to the tourists. People who love to explore adventurous sports such as hiking, trekking, angling, camping, rafting, fishing and boating, it is truly a perfect destination for them.

Sukalkuchi

Sualkuchi is popularly known as a sleepy village that displays the tradition and culture of Assam in the best way. It is one of the most beautiful hill stations in Assam known for its craftsmanship and skill in producing one of the finest quality silk and thus, it earns the title of “Manchester of East”. Besides this, one can explore rustic view and the ethnicity of the village from its bamboo houses and walls covered with mud which remain cool in summers and warm during the time of winters. The place is also rich with flora and fauna. This place has a wide ecological area as well that inhabits not only local animals and birds but also a number of species of seasonal birds.

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Karimganj

Away from the hustle and bustle of the city, this place is regarded as a sleepy hill station of Assam that stepped in natural beauty. It is probably the biggest city as well as the administrative headquarter of the district. Located in the Southernmost portion of the state, this majority section of this place consists of farms and wetlands, therefore, the district known as the agricultural district of Assam. It is a perfect place for relaxing and unwind in the midst of lush green hills and the twisting rivers. It is the prime center of commerce and trade with some of the important resources which it exports to several estates and other countries. With its long pine trees, the forest of the place serves as an important resource of livelihood for the people. Here, in this place, you will get the flavor of mix culture of local tribes, traditions, and languages.

Dhemaji

The paddy fields, the temples, the serene location and the culture makes Dhemaji one of the most beautiful hill stations in Assam. The name of the place ‘’Dhemaji’’ is likely to be derived from the amalgam of two Assamese words namely, “Dhal” which stands flood and “maji” which means play. It is a small yet a very important district of the state Assam. The place shares its border with Arunachal Pradesh and is a part of Brahmaputra valley. Dhemaji is the prime center of many Assamese tribes which include Ahoms, Chutia, Sonowal Kacharis, Kalitas, Koches, Kaibartas, Deoris, Mishings and so on. Therefore, from this place, you can explore the diverse cultures and also their ways of living. Surrounded by lush green hills and mesmerizing waterfronts, Dhemaji is a place which is yet to be explored.

Jatinga

It is a forest valley located in the North Cachar district. This place is famous for its legendary phenomenal “bird suicide” and its orange orchards. The mystery of this place is still remains unveiled and therefore, it grabs the attention of the ornithologists from across the globe. On foggy moonless nights, most of the migratory birds die, rather they commit suicide during the time duration of 7 pm to 10 pm.

When is the right time to visit Assam hill station?

From October to April are the best months to visit Assam. While Assam sweats during summer days, the place experiences heavy rainfall in monsoon season. From October to April, the weather remains pleasant with cool nights and sunny days. The rainfall during this time also remains moderate and the paddy fields look absolutely dazzling. Therefore, these seven months are the best time to visit Assam.

FAQs

How to reach Assam?

Reach Assam by air

One of the fastest ways to reach Assam is by taking a flight to the state’s capital Guwahati from any of the major cities of India such as Delhi, Mumbai and Bangalore. Guwahati’s airport is also known as Lokapriya Gopinath Bordoloi International airport which is just only 25 kilometers away from the city. Once you come out of the airport, you can get a pre-paid taxi outside the terminal.

Reach Assam by road

The road transportation of Assam is quite well. There are several national highways that pass through the state. The condition of the road is also good and thus, you can enjoy a comfortable road trip while exploring the beauty of the state at its best. In Assam, the government-owned transportation service as well as private bus service also run between neighboring states and other destinations of the country. The connectivity is much deeper and remote connectivity is also available. 

Reach Assam by railways

You can reach Assam by train as well. The train connectivity is very good and it is connected to all major cities and towns.

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