Kaziranga National Park
All those who have thought Indian one-horned rhinoceros only existed in Jurassic-era, then a trip to Kaziranga is a must for them. One of the most sought after wildlife holiday destinations in India, Kaziranga National park’s 430 square kilometer area sprinkled with elephant-grass meadows, swampy lagoons, and dense forests is home to more than 2200 Indian one-horned rhinoceros, approximately 2/3rd of their total world population.
Kolia Bhomora Setu
The Kolia Bhomora Setu is a 3.015‑km pre‑stressed concrete bridge spanning the Brahmaputra River. Completed in 1987, it connects Tezpur on the north bank with Kaliabor on the south and is named after Ahom general Kolia Bhomora Phukan【568761941074434†L149-L156】. A second parallel bridge opened in 2021 to enhance capacity.
Bamuni Hills
Located near Tezpur, the archaeological site at Bamuni Hills preserves the ruins of a 9th–10th‑century temple complex. The central platform once supported a Vishnu temple surrounded by four Shiva shrines in the Panchayatana style. Intricate stone panels—including a cross‑shaped lintel depicting the ten incarnations of Vishnu and carvings of crocodiles and tortoises—attest to the skill of the craftsmen【620336653920436†L48-L66】.
Cherrapunji
Cherrapunji or Sohra as it is known by the locals is one of the main reasons Meghalaya is known all over the world. Cherrapunji, has become a popular tourist destination because of its mesmerizing waterfalls, living root bridges, and caves. At 1,115 feet (340 meters), the Nohkalikai Falls is one of the highest waterfalls in India.
Mahabhairav Temple
The ancient temple of Mahabhairab stands to the north of Tezpur town. This temple is believed to have been established by king Bana with a Siva lingam. Formerly, this temple was built of stone but the present one is built of concrete. During the later years, the Ahom kings donated devottar land for the Temple and Pujaris and Paiks were appointed to look after the temple. Sivaratri is celebrated in the Temple in a big manner.
