Haflong, Assam
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Perched in between the hill ranges at approximately 2100 feet above sea level, it is Assam’s only hill station. Surrounded by hill ranges, forests, and valleys, the city was identified by the colonial rulers as one of the summer getaways. If you wish to travel in Assam and spend a couple of days in a hill station, Haflong is the best option. The natural surroundings of the place will entice you to take a long walk beyond the city limits. The lone traveller in you should enjoy these quiet moments with nature. Though it sounds like any other normal hill station, it is secluded by the hills from the populous regions of the plains. The culture and the ambience are a bit different. You will have the great advantage of experiencing the cultures and traditions of two states in one place.
Nearby Places to See
The lake in Haflong is a lovely place to spend an afternoon taking it easy. On the lake, you can participate in water sports.
The lake in Haflong is a lovely place to spend an afternoon taking it easy. On the lake, you can participate in water sports.
A small village about 190 kilometres from Kaziranga, Jatinga is a popular destination for birdwatchers. The birds themselves draw visitors, but the mysterious phenomenon of mass suicide acts committed by the birds on a regular basis gives the location even more notoriety. The villagers had erected the bamboo poles because they believed the birds were evil spirits sent to harm them. The villagers have been urged to take down the bamboo poles, but they are reluctant to do so. However, it’s a fantastic place to spend a few days if you have an interest in birds.
Near Haflong, at a distance of about 105 kilometres, is the Borail Wildlife Sanctuary. This sanctuary is home to Assamese, stump-tailed, and pig-tailed macaques. The 325-square-kilometre sanctuary is home to a wide variety of wildlife and flora.
Things to Buy
Things to buy include Bamboo items, Wooden handicrafts.
Foods to Relish
Fermented fish, Fried silkworm, Bamboo shoot with Vegetarian and Non-vegetarian dishes.
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