Top 5 Best Places Visiting in Tinsukia for Nature, Wildlife & Culture

1. Dibru-Saikhowa National Park

Located across 650 square kilometer, Dibru-Saikhowa National Park is also among the parks of the Assam division. It is credited with being the one of the 19 biodiversity hotspots on the planet. Dibru-Saikhowa National Park is 12 km away from Tinsukia. With the Brahmaputra River and the Lohit River on the northern and southern side and the Dibru River flowing on its southern boarder and is located at an elevation of 118m above sea level, the park stretches and carries you to the heights of devotion. The park is characterized by number of wild species. Presence of Royal Bengal Tiger, Jungle cat, Leopard, Sambar, Assamese Macaque, Capped langur, Asian Elephant, Barking deer and Asiatic water buffalo can be seen here. White winged wood duck and semi wild horse are the attractions in this park. More than 350 varieties of bird species are observed here and therefore this place is a complete delight for bird watchers. The park is famous for the abundance of fish species existing here.

Best Time to Visit:

📅 November – April – Ideal climate for wildlife shows & bird watching.

2. Bherjan-Borjan-Padumoni Wildlife Sanctuary

Located 6 kms from Tinsukia, Bherjan-Borjan-Padumoni Wildlife Sanctuary is one the tourist attractions of the city. Bherjan, Borajan And Padumoni are three and foreclose separate forest. 7.22 Square kilometers, along with them, form this sanctuary. Semi-evergreen woods also stunning tea estates also drew tourists all around the world into the sanctuary. Some of the wildlife you can here is leopard, giant flying squirrel, slow Loris, pig tailed macaque, Assamese macaque, and so on. The spot is a haven for the bird watchers as there are 84 species of birds found here. Some of the birds found here are woodpecker, magpie robin, bulbul, Indian pied hornbill and so on.

Best Time to Visit:

📅 November – April – Pleasant weather and easy wildlife sightings.

📍 Location: 6 km from Tinsukia, Assam

3. Sadiya

Sadiya being situated on the Himalayan foothills so what more can be said in description of its beauty? This small town is flanked by rivers on three sides which merges to the valley of the magnificent Brahmaputra and encroached by Arunachal Pradesh on another side. Sadiya is where Himalayas and Brahma Putra river meet, The land also has a culture rich in culture. It is mentioned in the Hindu mythology however, it is mentioned as Vidarbha kingdom. In medieval period, Sadiya is mentioned as to day name. Sadiya was an important market centre for the number of trade routes set during medieval times. Trade routes had been commenced to Tibet, Myanmar and to China from Sadiya.

Visit Sadiya? 🏞️✨.

🔹 Scenic Splendor: The town has breathtaking views to the Himalayan mountains and river vales. 🌿🏔️
🔹 Cultural Significance: Mentioned in Indian mythology as part of the Vidarbha Kingdom. 📖
🔹 Old Trade Hub Capital: In ancient days, Sadiya was a central-gathering for trading travelers to Tibet, Myanmar and China. 🚢

Best Time to Visit:

October – April – Free sightseeing in cool and nice weather.

4.Dehing Patkai Wildlife Sanctuary

Spread over a geographical area of 111.19 sq. km of country, Dehing Patkai Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the prominent sights in Tinsukia. Wild animals that inhabit this place include tiger, leopard, clouded leopard, Himalayan black bear, Assamese macaque, Chinese pangolin, slow Loris, flying fox and barking deer. The Sanctuary is habitat to several varieties of birds like white winged wood duct, white cheeked hill partridge, white backed vulture, wreathed hornbill, green imperial pigeon. Here are king cobra, monitor lizard and Asian life turtle.

Why Visit?

✔️ Dense Rainforest : One of the last lowland rainforest in India .
✔️ Diverse Fauna: Transports 300 Birds species, 47 Mammals species, and 100 Butterfly species. 🦋🐾
✔️Adventure & Trekking: Discover the unspoiled nature via earthily trails and nature trails walk. 🥾🌿

Best Time to Visit:

📅 November – April – Good condition, best for wildlife catching.

5. Bell Temple

Bell Temple, shortly known as Tilinga Mandir, is a temple of god Shiva. Tinsukia is 17 Km from this temple place a large number of devotees visits. It is believed that keeping bells on banyan tree fulfill one’s wish.

Best Time to Visit:

📅 Throughout the year, especially the grandest is Shivratri.

📍 Location: Tinsukia, Assam

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