Guwahati, the capital city of the northeastern state of Assam. Guwahati was formerly known as Pragjyotishpur (the City of Eastern Light). It has derived its name from two Assamese words, “Guwa”, meaning areca nut and “Haat”, meaning market. Nestled amidst the scenic hills of the eastern flanks of the Himalayan mountain range, Guwahati has developed as one of the nicest tourist destinations in India. This is your starting point to the journey that is steeped in legends and beliefs. Home to the highly revered Kamakhya Temple, it is believed that one must visit it thrice to complete the pilgrimage.