Goalpara – an important travel destination of Assam
Goalpara has been one of the important tourist destinations of Assam. The place attracts tourists for its unique beauty, culture and tradition. The place is readily accessible by bus, train from across the country. Guwahati and New Bongaigaon connect Goalpara from any parts of the country.
Goalpara as you want to visit
Goalpara the head quarter of Goalpara district of Assam is known from British regime. It was one of the administrative locations of Britishers which was established in 1876. Goalpara is an important travel destination for tourists. The major attractions for tourists in Goalpara district are -Sri Surjya Pahar: It is an important religious place for Hindus. Hundreds of devotes visit the place. It is a beautiful hill with full of sculptures that reflects the ancient civilization of the place. The Hill possesses hundreds of statues of Gods and Godesses.The statues of Devi Durga, Ganesh, Surjya, Chandra, Buddha are quite notable. Here, a 3 day popular mela is held every year on full moon day of Assamese month of Magha (January – February). Hulukunda pahar – it is a beautiful hill in the town. Pir Majhar – it is majhar of Sayed Abul Kasem Kharasani, which is a place much revered by the people of all religious faiths. Arjahara Chibinang – it is a place of natural beauty. Kumri Bill – it is natural lake. Besides these, the cultural tradition of people out here is quite notable.
How to reach Golpara, Assam
By Bus to Golpara, Assam
One can travel from Guwahati by Government & private buses which are about 150 KM away from the city. From north bank, the bus services are available from New Bongaigaon via Nar Narayan Setu , the long and spectacular river bridge on Bramhaputra connecting Goalpara and New-Bongaigaon
By train to Golpara, Assam
Train connects Goalpara from New Bongaigaon and Guwahati.
By Air to Golpara, Assam
Nearest air port is Lokapriya Gopinath Bardoloi Airport, Guwahati. From air port, it is about 4 hours journey to Goalpara.
