Hill Stations in Assam are concentrated in the land locked areas. Only Brahmaputra River is the life line of these hill stations. Hill Stations in Assam are the unique place of eco tourism. The misty mountains, the rugged and winding rivers and the sloping terrains with lush vegetation make the hill stations exclusive. The diverse culture of North east and the colourful pageants with lovely and traditional festivals make Assam a place of generous diversity. There are several hill stations that add to the exquisiteness of the state. The national and international visitors to Assam can relax themselves either in the lagoons or seek cooler climates in the hill stations. Hill Stations in Assam are the authentic sanctuary for trekkers, honeymoon couples and the pilgrims.
Haflong
Haflong is the most impressive hill station of Assam. It is located at an altitude of 680 m above the sea level. Haflong serves as the district headquarters of North Cachar Hills District, one of the 23 districts of Assam. It is located at a distance of 85 km to the north of Silchar and 345 km from Guwahati. Haflong is a land of nature manifested in its true spirit. Haflong has greenery all around, with varieties of flowers and fruits.
Jatinga
Jatinga is an incomprehensible gorgeous well-forested valley in Assam. It is located in North Cachar Hill District. It is famous for its orange orchards and legendary for its phenomenal “bird suicideâ€. The mystery of Jatinga remains unveiled till date and attracts ornithologist from all over the world. On foggy, moonless nights, thousands of migratory birds die, rather commit suicide, between 7 pm and 10 pm.
Maibong
Maibong is a popular tourist destination of Assam, which used to be the old capital of the kingdom of the Kachari rulers from 16th to 18th century.
Umrangshu
Umrangshu is the popular hill-station of Assam. It is located exactly at the border of Assam and Meghalaya. It is about 112 km from Haflong and lies against the superb background of the exquisite North Cacher Hill region. Umrangshu is located at a distance of 224 km from Guwahati, the commercial city of Assam. Umrangshu deserves an admirable importance as it is one of the must visit places of Assam.
Diphu
Diphu is a hill station of Assam. It is located at a distance of 271 km from Guwahati. It serves as the headquarters for Karbi Anglong District. It has a well developed infrastructure and is connected by NF Railway and State Transport Buses from Guwahati.
Nilachal Hills
Nilachal Hill stands at a height of 562 feet above sea level. On its peak is the Kamakhya temple popular among the Hindus and the Tantrics.
Ouguri Hills
Ouguri Hills lies on the banks of the Brahmaputra and is also another hill station. The place is near Tezpur.
Bamuni Hills
Bamuni Hills have inscriptions and carvings dating back to the 9th and 10th century. The masterpiece is a cross shaped bracket beam which has the delicate decorative statuette of the Kirthimukha panels which contains the figures of the ten incarnations of Lord Vishnu.