We all are very much confused about the place which we gonna explore during our vacation. Vacations is the time for which we all are waiting for a longtime. So, probably we all don’t want to waste these vacations. That’s why, we are searching for a place which is best and suitable for us to spend our vacations. So, today we are going to discuss about a most beautiful and peaceful place. It’s name is “Dispur”. It is the capital of the Indian state of Assam. It is in the locality of Guwahati, which becomes a capital of Assam in 1880’s. It is famous of its beautiful attractions along with religious and historical places. There are many places to visit in the city which will definitely gives you a better experience and make your vacations memorable. So, what are you waiting for, scroll down and explore some of the best places.
Top 10 Places to Visit in Dispur
Sualkuchi
This place is one of the renowned place because of silk production and mostly visited by the tourists. Here Muga, golden variety of silk is produced and one can’t able to get view this type of production in any other part of the India. Thus, it is the famous and renowned place among travelers. So, you can’t afford to miss the opportunity to visit this place.
Timing:- 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Entry Fee:- No entry fee
Shilpagram
This is also famous place among tourists in the city. The speciality of culture of Assam can be gauged at this place by viewing handicrafts items on display here. Some of the collections of the handicrafts are ethnic jewellery, silk sarees, handicrafts of metal and many more. So, if you love to explore such kind of cultural and historical place then, it is just for you.
Timing:-10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Entry Fee:- No entry fee
Brahmaputra River
This river is the one of the famous river in the country which originates from southwestern part of Tibet. Many of the tourists come here because of its popularity and peaceful surrounding. Here you can enjoy your evening by viewing the mesmerizing scenery of sunset with your loved ones. One can’t afford to miss the opportunity to visit this amazing place.
Timing:- 24 Hours
Entry Fee:- No entry fee
Uma Nanda Temple
This temple was built in the 17th century and is one of the famous religious place around the city. It is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is located near river island. This temple was constructed by King Gadapani of Ahom on the small yet mesmerizing Brahmaputra Island which is also known by the name of peacock island. This place is very peaceful and is blessed by Lord Shiva. So, spend your sometime with your family and friends in the lap of nature and under the blessing of Lord Shiva. If you are looking for a peaceful and beautiful place to spend your evening, then, it is the perfect place for you.
Timing:-5:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Entry Fee:- No entry fee
Janardana Temple
This temple was built in the 10th century and is located on the hillock of Shukleshwar. It was later renovated in the 17th Century. This temple is famous because of its architectural design and the peaceful surrounding. This religious place is mostly visited by the tourists. So, what are you waiting for, add this place also to your list and enjoy your vacations.
Timing:-5:00 AM to 12:00 Noon and 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Entry Fee:- No entry fee
Pandu
This place is mostly visited by the tourists whenever they traveled to dispur. As it is situated at the bank of southern part of Brahmaputra river and in the western part of Guwahati. Prior it was the entrance of the Guwahati but now it has become a famous tourist spot for travelers. Here you can spend your time with your loved one in a very relaxing mood with a peaceful environment.
Timing:- Open 24 Hours
Entry Fee:- No entry fee
Guwahati Planetarium
It is the famous and most attractive tourist spot in the city. This is the centre of astronomical research. This place has a different structure with a dome and sloping walls which is quite different from the structure seen in this region. This is the place where seminars, conferences, quizzes, contests, meetings, etc held here related to the astronomical research. That’s why, it is famous among tourist. So, visit this place once and enjoy your vacations in a different way.
Timing:-10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Entry Fee:- No entry fee
Regional Science Center and Museum
It is established in the year 1994 and this is the where you can learn many more things related to various topics like pre-historic period, culture, life sciences, education and many more. Here you can see many scientific equipments which attracts everyone, especially children. This is the best place to spend your day and also to learn something different and important.
Timing:- 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Entry Fee:- INR 50 per person
Srimanta Sankardev Kalakshetra
This is one of the famous religious and historical place in the dispur. If you want to learn something about the culture and the historical memories, then, you can’t afford to miss this place. As this place not only captures beauty but it also have many interesting quotes with the blessing of Srimanta Sankardev who is the greatest seer of 15th century. So, what are you waiting for, add this place to your list and visit it once, whenever you travel to dispur.
Timing:- 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Entry Fee:- No entry fee
Navagraha Temple
As we all know that, in Hindus, there are nine celestial bodies in the solar system which are considered as Nine Gods who have influence on the destiny of all creatures and that’s why, we worship them. As same, this temple was made in the 18th century and is dedicated to nine celestial bodies of solar system. So, it is also one of the religious place in the dispur and is regarded as one of the best tourist spot in the city.
Timing:- 5:00 AM to 12:00 Noon and 4:00
Entry Fee:- No entry fee
