Bongaigaon — Travel Guide
An important city of Assam, it was the last capital of the Kamatapur Kingdom and home to many historical monuments of Assamese culture. Centrally located within the state, the city depicts a vibrant Assamese township and culture. Located in the lower part of Assam, the district Bongaigaon was formed in the year 1989. Some areas of Goalpara and Kokrajhar were taken to form Bongaigaon. Though the formation of the district was in the recent past, it has a rich past that dates back to ancient period. The lineage of kings who ruled this part of Assam is traced back to pre-Vedic age. A tour to Bongaigaon will let you enjoy the abundance of nature, brilliance of ancient constructions and the reflection of rich cultural heritage of the bygone era in the historical buildings.
Octover to May are the best months to visit Bongaigaon.
By Air
Guwahati, is the nearest airport. This airport is located at a distance of around 100 kilometers from Bongaigaon.
By Train
There are two stations in Bongaigaon - New Bongaigaon railway station (2nd largest railway junction of Assam state) and Bongaigaon (old) station.
Shopping in Bongaigaon is an absolute delight. After a day of some fine sightseeing and other activities, it’s but natural to indulge in a little bit of shopping. Explore the shops and the markets of Bongaigaon to find the most famous of its offerings. Buy souvenirs and other gifts for yourself and your friends and families – after all shopping in Bongaigaon means splurging a little bit! Shopping in Bongaigaon is the most important activitie
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