Top Places to Visit in North-East India for Tourists

1. Shillong, Meghalaya – Scotland of the East

• Famous for: Waterfalls, music culture, cafes, and Khasi heritage.
• Must Visit: Elephant Falls, Umiam Lake, Mawlynnong (cleanest village).
• Best Time: September to May.

2. Kaziranga National Park, Assam – Land of One-Horned Rhino

• Famous for: UNESCO World Heritage site, one-horned rhinoceros, wildlife safari.
• Must Visit: Jeep safari, elephant safari.
• Best Time: November to April.

3. Gangtok, Sikkim – Gateway to the Himalayas

• Famous for: Monasteries, ropeways, and mountain views.
• Must Visit: Nathula Pass, Tsomgo Lake, Rumtek Monastery.
• Best Time: March to June, September to November.

4. Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh – Spiritual & Scenic Gem

• Famous for: Tawang Monastery (largest in India), snow-covered mountains.
• Must Visit: Tawang Monastery, Sela Pass, Madhuri Lake.
• Best Time: March to June, September to October.

5. Cherrapunji, Meghalaya – Wettest Place on Earth

• Famous for: Living root bridges, waterfalls, caves.
• Must Visit: Double Decker Root Bridge, Seven Sisters Falls, Mawsmai Cave.
• Best Time: October to May.

6. Majuli Island, Assam – World’s Largest River Island

• Famous for: Assamese culture, Satras (Vaishnavite monasteries), natural beauty.
• Best Time: October to March.

7. Ziro Valley, Arunachal Pradesh – Music & Nature Paradise

• Famous for: Ziro Music Festival, Apatani tribal culture, paddy fields.
• Best Time: March to October.

8. Imphal, Manipur – Cultural Heritage Hub

• Famous for: Loktak Lake (floating islands), Kangla Fort.
• Must Visit: Loktak Lake, Keibul Lamjao National Park.
• Best Time: October to April.

9. Aizawl, Mizoram – City of Hills

• Famous for: Beautiful landscapes, rich tribal culture.
• Must Visit: Durtlang Hills, Reiek, Solomon’s Temple.
• Best Time: October to March.

10. Agartala, Tripura – Heritage & Temples

• Famous for: Ujjayanta Palace, Neermahal, Tripura Sundari Temple.
• Best Time: November to March.