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wildlife · river

Assam is a state of India in the north-eastern region. Its capital is Dispur, located within the municipal area of Guwahati city.

forest · river

Man making a temporary space for baby Pythons in Assam , India. The Pythonidae, commonly known simply as pythons, from the Greek word python, are a family of nonvenomous snakes found in Africa, Asia and Australia.

Assam·river

wildlife · forest

The majestic elephants are the largest mammal on land yet they are peaceful and gentle creatures. There are two types of elephant species, Asian (Indian Elephants) and African.

flowers · industry

Workers leaving for the day from Sangsua Tea Garden in Assam, India. Assam, the home to origin of Indian Tea, some 165 years ago, is also one of the most famous Tea production spots in the world.

river · hills

Agnigarh is a hillock located in Tezpur, Assam, India.[1] In Hindu mythology, it is the site of the fortress which was built by Banasura to keep his daughter Usha in isolation.

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It is interesting how the name of a river can change as it crosses borders. The Kameng river which originates in Arunachal Pradesh is called Jia Bhoroli as it crosses into Assam near Bhalukpong.

farmland · river

Assamese community sings Bihu carols and perform Bihu dance to mark Magh bihu in Assam. Assam is a land of peace and serenity. It has always enchanted us with its mystical beauty.

forest · river

Heading towards Dibru Saikhowa from Dibrugarh on the Brahmaputra via ferry. It takes around 45mins to cross Brahmaputra river in order to reach the Dibru Saikhowa.

bazaar · ceremony

People visit a temporary market during Durga Puja in Guijan, Assam. This market is established for Durga Puja so that people can easily buy things instead of going to the proper marketplace. See people buying sweets from a roadside vendor.

boats · river

Passengers deboard a boat after a ride on Brahmaputra river from Tinsukia to Dibru - Saikhowa in Assam. See young boys click selfies from their phones.

river · temple

An Assamese priest light earthen lamp at Koli Aai Than Temple on the banks of river Brahmaputra in the outskirts of Dibrugarh in Assam. This temple is dedicated to Hindu goddess Aai.

river · boats

A rowing boat heading towards Dibrugarh across vast Brahmaputra river in Assam. The mighty river Brahmaputra, the lifeline of Assam, has nurtured several civilizations on its banks for thousands of years.

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Assamese fishermen transfer their stock using small boats across Brahmaputra in Dibrugarh, Assam. The mighty river Brahmaputra, the lifeline of Assam, has nurtured several civilizations on its banks for thousands of years.

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Pedestrian pathway along Brahmaputra river, in Assam. A place you can go to for pure leisure. Go for a run or a walk, check the large Brahmaputra river and hear the wind.

river · monsoon

Ferries carrying people and cars rows on Brahmaputra River during heavy rainfall and hail storming. These steamboats carry up to four cars, a few dozen motorcycles along with passengers.

river · boats

Cars being loaded on a ferry at Bogibeel ferry ghat near Dibrugarh in Assam. These steamboats carry up to four cars, a few dozen motorcycles along with passengers. People use ferry crossing as the Bogibeel bridge is under construction.

architecture · boats

Ferries carrying people and cars rows on Brahmaputra River during at Bogibeel near Dibrugarh in Assam. These steamboats carry up to four cars, a few dozen motorcycles along with passengers.

industry · river

Assam is famous for tea plantation, culture and attractive biodiversity. Most of the human habitation is located along the fertile plains of the Brahmaputra river where the people live simple lives in small cities, towns and villages.

river · boats

Where roads end, a hand rowed boat comes handy to help carry this heavy Mahindra Scorpio across a river in the state of Assam

Meghalaya·wildlife · river

The original Khasi name for the falls was ‘Ka kshaid lai pateng khohsiew’ (three steps water falls), because of the fact that the water falls in three steps.

Meghalaya·river

Just before reaching Sohra, a road to the right, leads one to the falls which is 5 kms away. The waterfall derives its name from a Thlen or a snake of gigantic size which dwelt in a cave.

Meghalaya·river

Just before reaching Sohra, a road to the right, leads one to the falls which is 5 kms away. The waterfall derives its name from a Thlen or a snake of gigantic size which dwelt in a cave.