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As the capital of Assam, Guwahati stands tall and proud on the banks of the Brahmaputra River and is the destination for numerous visitors who come here from all parts of the country. One of the best times to visit the city is during events in Guwahati which can be colourful and traditional and a great deal of fun. The city reflects the culture of Assam in numerous ways but nowhere is this more apparent than during Guwahati festivals.
Most of these cultural events in Guwahati are celebrated as seasonal festivals. For instance, Bihu is the Assamese New Year and is celebrated throughout the state with a lot of fanfare. There are also some colourful carnival type festivals such as the Ambubachi Mela which is celebrated in the Kamakhya Temple, in honour of Goddess Kamakhya. Here are some of the important Guwahati festivals that are celebrated here.
Bihu is an important festival that is celebrated throughout Assam. There are three variations of this Guwahati festival which are celebrated at different times of the year. The Bohag Bihu in April is the Assamese New Year, the Kati Bihu is celebrated in October to protect the paddy crops that are maturing and the Magh Bihu is a harvest festival.
Celebrated in the month of April, this is a celebration where local artists can showcase their talents. At this time, there’s also the Ahar Mela which is a great place to sample different cuisines from all over the world.
This is an annual spring festival celebrated on the banks of the Brahmaputra River. The three-day event is a cultural bonanza with dancing, water sports and various other activities.
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