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Bongaigaon is a city that is located in the Bongaigaon district of the state of Assam. The city is a reasonably well developed industrial center and it is famous for its petro-chemical industries. The place is being promoted as a tourist spot and there are a few places that one can visit while traveling to the city of Bongaigaon. The region is lush green and much of its natural beauty is still intact despite the industrial nature of the place. The main places of interest in the town are Bageswari Hill and the Bageshwari Temple. These are extremely popular among the tourists and are among the most visited sites in the area. One can also visit the Town Park that is located in the center of the city. Kayakujiya Bill is located around 16 km from the town of Bongaigaon and this is a popular tourist attraction. The place is visited by many foreign and local tourists alike every year. It is known for its natural scenery and there are many species of birds that are present in small islands that can be seen here. There are a few hill and stone carvings that can be seen in the district as well and these are also worth visiting. The climate of the city of Bongaigaon is similar to the climate of the rest of the state and it experiences sub tropical conditions for many months of the year.

Quick Facts-Edit

Category : Scenic

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 783380

STD Code: 3664

Info Website: bongaigaon.nic.in

Best Time to Visit:  Throughout the year

HistoryEdit

Bongaigaon District history includes the most important decision of the Government of Assam in 1989, to create this new district by curving out some areas of the Goalpara District and Kokrajhar District of Assam. History also recounts that the state government`s decision of creating this new district with its headquarters located at Bongaigaon was quite difficult. It was the political and administrative demands, which forced the requirement of forming this new district. However, the people of Bongaigaon and the neighbouring areas were demanding a new Sub-Division with its headquarters to be located at Bongaigaon.

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How to ReachEdit

By Air : The closest airport is located at Guwahati and this is situated around 110 km from the city. This is an international airport and there are frequent flights available from places such as Chennai, Jaipur, Hyderabad, Bangalore, Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Bangkok, Tawang, Dibrugarh and Shillong amongst others. Taxis are available from the airport and they cost around Rs 1,200 for the trip. This is the best way to reach the town of Bongaigaon.

By Train : Bongaigaon has a railway station and one can reach the place through trains easily. This is the best all round option as trains are inexpensive and comfortable as well.

By BUS : Government buses also connect the city to some of the towns and cities in the state. They are a cheaper option. However buses are prone to frequent breakdowns.

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Top HotelsAdd

Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

• Hotel Brahmaputra Valley ; Chapaguri Road,North Bongaigaon, Opposite Axis Bank, Bongaigaon, AS 783380. ; Ph – 91 3664 223 990. ; Facilities – Bus Parking,Doctor on call,Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service,Air conditioning, Laundry, Parking.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Hotel Neer and Nandini. ; Bhakarivita, Bongaigaon, AS 783380, India. ; Ph – 91 3664 230 722 ; Facilities – Non-smoking rooms,Dry cleaning/laundry, Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk,24-hour room service, Air conditioning,Laundry.

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Noor Market &Manas lodge ; Bongaigaon, AS 783380, India. ; Ph – 91 94 01 817066 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk,24-hour room service,Air conditioning,Conference facilities,Elevators, Laundry,Parking.

Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above

• Hotel Raj Palace ; T.R.Phukan Road, Bongaigaon, Assam 783380. ; Ph – 91 3664 236 905 ; Facilities – Banquet facilities, Non-smoking rooms, Travel Desk,24-hour room service,Free airport shuttle, Laundry,Wheel chair access.

Top RestaurantsAdd

• Rendezvous ;  D.J. Arcade, Chapaguri Rd, Bongaigaon, Assam 783380. ; M –  91 3664 230 147 ; Food Serve :  Indian.

• Shavili Restaurant ;  Bongaigaon, AS 783380, India. ; M –  N.A. ; Food Serve :  Indian.

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Safety / WarningEdit

•  Beware of pickpockets as Bongaigaon is a major tourist city in India.

HelplineEdit

• Ambulance : 102
• Fire Brigade : 101
• Police : 100

ItineraryEdit

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