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Religion and Spirituality in Guwahati, Assam

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From Christianity to Islam to Buddhism to Judaism to Sikhism and more, what religious communities exist in Guwahati? Here's what 15 local experts had to say about religion and spirituality in Guwahati, Assam.

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Guwahati, the capital city of Assam, is the most important city in North-East India in terms of its population size, transport connectivity and strategic location. It has a beautiful landscape with hills and vast Brahmaputra. Guwahati is famous for the ancient temple of Kamakhya Devi and its mystic experiences. The place is also mentioned as the capital of Narakasura and Bhagadatta in the Mahabharata.

Kushal, says: 2023

Guwahati is one of the seven sisters of North east India. You can find many diverse culture and different religion in here. There are enchanting mountains and ferocious wild animals. One horn rhino is only found and nowhere else in the whole world. Schools in Guwahati are one of the best and provides with international and extra curricular activities. Most people like to stay here .

Kimberly, says: 2020

The beautiful city of Guwahati lies in the North-Eastern Indian state of Assam, in the Kamrup metropolitan district. This aesthetic city is beside the holy Brahmaputra river and has a population of about 11. two lakhs. It is famous for holy sites like the hilltop Kamakhya temple, featuring shrines to the Hindu deities Shiva and Vishnu. The official languages of Guwahati are Assamese and English. This city also comprises of the holy Umananda temple, the wonderful Assam State Zoo cum Botanical Garden. The Nehru Park, Assam State Museum, Guwahati Planetarium, Dipor Bil, Digholi Pukhuri Park and Peacock island are also some of the places of tourist attraction. Khorikaa and JB’s are some of the famous restaurants in this city. Radisson Blu Hotel Guwahati is a famous hotel of this wonderful city.

Saranya, says: 2020

Guwahati is a divine city beside the Brahmaputra River in the northeast Indian state of Assam. It is famous for its hilltop Kamakhya temple, featuring shrines to the Hindu deities Shiva and Vishnu. Guwahati is also the largest city in the beautiful state of Assam filled with beauty. It lies in the Kamrup metropolitan district. The official language of this city is Assamese and English. Gangetic river Dolphin is the city animal of this city.

Devendra, says: 2020

Guwahati is one of the most important cities of Assam. The state capital, Dispur is in Guwahati.

From a scenic point of view, Guwahati has several hill ranges and numerous tourist attractions, including the famous Kamakhya Temple, Deepor Beel, several parks, the State Museum, and the river, Brahmaputra, which flows through the heart of the city.

From an academic point of view, quite a few reputed schools and colleges, are within the city, and, on the outskirts, of the city. From the career standpoint, quite a range of jobs are available, as a lot of national and international companies, have branches, in the city.

Culturally, the city is diverse. People belonging to various different religion, and races, reside here. Some of the most popular languages, used in Guwahati, include, Assamese, Hindi, and English. From the lifestyle standpoint, the cost of living is fairly average. Several modes of transportation, both public, and private, are available. Numerous supermarkets, restaurants, and hospitals, are within the city too.

Chhavi, says: 2020

Guwahati is one of the most important cities of Assam. The state capital, Dispur is in Guwahati. From a scenic point of view, the city has numerous tourist attractions, including the famous Kamakhya Temple, Deepor Beel, several parks, the State Museum, and the river, Brahmaputra, that flows through the heart of the city.

Manish, says: 2020

Guwahati is a place where the phrase ‘Unity in diversity’ is totally justified. Never order spicy food because spicy foods can be considered as extra spicy and the normal ones can be categorized as spicy. Do visit the Kamakhya Temple. If you are a fun-loving person, the Accoland is the best place for you.

Ishita, says: 2020

One who wishes to move to Guwahati should know about it People. Dreams come true here because nature heals all your anxieties and worries. Balanced with both religious and modernized mentality, life is pretty awesome here. You can just finish your work and rest the night with a cup of tea by witnessing the nature.

Guwahati is the biggest city in northeast India. It is also called the Gateway of Northeast. It is famous for the hilltop Kamakhya Temple which is one of the major tourist attractions of Guwahati. The local language spoken in Guwahati is Assamese. The mighty Brahmaputra river flows by this city.

Abhishek, says: 2020

Guwahati stands on river Brahmaputra. It is famous for the holy sites like the kamakhya temple. To the east the Navagraha temple is an astronomical centre with planetary shrines, Umananda is dedicated to Shiva. We also have the Assam state museum, Assam state zoo cum Botanical Garden, sankardev kalakshetra, dipor bil, Guwahati planetarium, Nehru park, Saraighat bridge and amusement centres like Accoland and Dreamland.

Saksham, says: 2020

basically know the famous places of my city which are various famous temples like The Kamakhya Temple, The Balaji Temple, The Iskon Temple and the food specialities of the city like the bihu specialities pitha and fish specialities and so on. My city has the famous college of Northeast which is The Cotton College, established in 1902.

Victoria, says: 2020

Know about the beauty of this place. The famous Kamakhya temple, deepor heel. The ethnicity of this place. Not to forget the Brahmaputra river flowing is the heart of the city. The famous restaurants of Assamese cuisine, the famous dance forms of our state. One should visit this place during bohag Bihu.

Daeema, says: 2020

It is the gateway of Northeast India. Mighty Brahmaputra river flows by this city. Famous Kamakhya temple is in this city. The capital of Assam is in this city. The local language spoken in this city is Assamese. Sualkuchi which is called the Manchester of the east is just 1 hour drive from Guwahati.

Pankaj, says: 2020

It is city with natural beauty and it also consist of temples. The whole city is covered with hills. To the east, Navagraha Temple is an astronomical center with planetary shrines. Umananda Temple, dedicated to Shiva and covered with engravings, stands on Peacock Island in the river.

Preeti, says: 2020

Guwahati, Assam’s largest city, features silk bazaars and the hilltop Kamakhya Temple. Umananda Temple sits on Peacock Island in the Brahmaputra river. The state capital, Dispur, is a suburb of Guwahati. The ancient pilgrimage site of Hajo and Madan Kamdev, the ruins of a temple complex, lie nearby.

Shagun, says: 2020
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