If we take a moment and look around us closely, we will find that our surrounding is filled with 
things and places that are highly educational and informative. One does not have to travel miles 
to find a place that would make his or her day productive when there is so much around them 
to learn. With new subjects and areas of study coming into the lives of students and into the 
competitive world, learning about all these study areas as per the interests of the students has 
become a very important thing in the modern-day world. Exploring various places and learning 
new things practically is always a better decision rather than just reading about it. This blog is 
going to tell you about 10 such places and Educational sites in Guwahati that would definitely 
be very intellectually resourceful for the students. Visit these places and add some more 
information and knowledge into your stock of intelligence.

1. Regional Science Centre

Maintained by the National Council of Science Museums, Government of India, the Regional 
Science Centre of Guwahati is a perfect place for young Science Enthusiasts. Filled with rare 
collections and scientific muses, this place over the years has become a very popular 
educational hotspot for school trips and tours within the city and the state. It is located in 
Jawaharnagar, Khanapara of Guwahati. The Regional Science Centre is open on all days from 
10 am to 5:30 pm and is super affordable with just Rs. 25 as the entry fee.

2. Kamakhya Temple

With subjects like Cultural Studies and Cultural History gaining momentum in recent years, 
the very famous Kamakhya Temple in Guwahati becomes a perfect place for students pursuing 
the subject or those who are thinking about opting for Cultural Studies in the coming days. The 
Kamakhya Temple is not just a religious place for Hindus but is also a rich history of Indian 
Culture and Mythology. The Kamakhya temple is among the 51 Shakti Peethas and is 
considered to be a very important Hindu pilgrimage spot. The famous Ambubachi Mela is a 
festival celebrated in this historical temple every year and is believed that the deity experiences 
menstruation during the period. Basically, it is a worship and celebration of womanhood. Many 
students around the world visit Kamakhya Temple every year for various educational and 
research purposes. The temple is located in the Kamakhya area of Guwahati and is open from 
8 am to 1 pm and 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm of the day.

3. Assam State Museum

Another best place for students who takes interest in Cultural Studies is the very popular Assam 
State Museum in Guwahati. It is a representation of India and takes pride in the Northeastern 
State Assam and its rich culture. The place showcases the local history of Assam and its culture 
through the unique exhibits. The museum is filled with various galleries such as iconology, 
archaeology, epigraphy etc. It is also filled with various sculptures, fabrics, tribal artworks 
exhibited inside. The museum was constructed in the year 1940 and is located in the Digholi 
Pukhuri area of Guwahati. The museum is open from 10 am to 5 pm of the day with just Rs. 
10 as the entry fee per person.

4. Guwahati Planetarium

Guwahati Planetarium is a very good and popular place in Guwahati for children who are 
interested in Astronomy and space. This place is a very good holiday spot for the learning 
experience of young children. The Guwahati Planetarium provides various interactive activities 
arranged by the authorities to give a glimpse of what our Galaxy or outer space looks like in 
reality. This place is a perfect spot for the children if you want to be amazed by the world of 
space and astronomy. It is located at Latasil, Uzan Bazar of Guwahati and is open from 12 pm 
to 4 pm of the day. The entry fee is just Rs 30 per person with a special discount (Rs 15) for 
students visiting the place.

5. Assam State Zoo cum Botanical Garden

Located in the Hengrabari Reserve Forest, the Assam State Zoo cum Botanical Garden is a 
great place for Biology enthusiasts around the state. The zoo is home to around 900 animals, 
birds and reptiles from different places around the globe spanning over an area of 432 acres of 
land. The one-horned rhino, leopards, tigers, Golden Langur, Elephant, Clouded Leopard, 
Himalayan Black Bear, Hoolock Gibbon are some of the major exhibits of the Zoo. Various 
collections of plant species and trees are also found here. For someone who is interested in 
nature and wildlife, the Assam State Zoo cum Botanical Garden is a go-to spot. It is located in 
the Ambikagirinagar area of Guwahati and is open from 8 am to 5:30 pm every day with just 
Rs 10 as the entry fee.

6. Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary

Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary is a very good place for you if you are someone who is keen to 
learn about Wildlife sciences. Located 30km away from Guwahati, this place is a perfect 
learning experience for young students. The Wildlife Sanctuary is a place with rich biodiversity 
and is well known for being the home to Indian One-horned Rhinos. Moreover, every year 
more than 2000 migratory birds and reptiles come to this Wildlife Sanctuary temporarily and 
are among one of the most enjoyed places around Guwahati by tourists and visitors. The entry 
time at this beautiful place starts from 10 am in the morning and stays till 5 pm in the evening.

7. Madan Kamdev

If you are a student who is very keen to learn archaeology, then Madan Kamdev is a place for 
you. This place is located 25 km away from Guwahati and is a very famous archaeological site 
dating back to the 9th and 10th centuries. It is also a rich historical site and the ruins belong to 
the Pala Dynasty of Kamrupa scattered over a secluded area. The Madan Kamdev 
archaeological site consists of various Temples of different sizes and shapes and is considered 
to be a must-visit place around Guwahati. A lot of students who have been pursuing 
Archeology and Anthropology visit this site every year for learning purposes. The site is 
located in Baihata, Katanipara and is open during the day from 6 am to 9 pm.

8. Deepor Beel

Deepor Beel is one of the most visited places in Guwahati both to escape from the hustle and 
bustle of the city as well as for learning. In recent years the place has become a hotspot for 
Wildlife researchers around the world to come and study the flora and fauna of the place. The 
place was also declared a Sanctuary in the year 1989 because of its rich biodiversity. The 
Deepor Beel is home to thousands of migratory birds and various aquatic lives.

9. Sarusajai Stadium or Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium

The popular Sarusajai Stadium is a popular training centre for sports people of Assam and 
Guwahati who have been pursuing a career in sports. It is also one of the most popular places 
in Guwahati for football fans. The FIFA U-17 World Cup was held at this stadium in the year 
2017 after which the stadium gained more popularity. Training for various athletics goes on in 
the Sarusajai Stadium every day for young sportspersons. It was inaugurated in the year 2007 
and has been one of the most visited places for students over the years. The very famous award 
function of Bollywood- The Filmfare Awards was also held in this stadium last year where 
famous and top Bollywood stars and personalities came.

10. Srimanta Sankardev Kalakshetra

The Srimanta Sankardev Kalakshetra is a very popular Cultural Center in Guwahati that 
promotes the various forms of art and culture of Assam and its people. A huge and interesting 
display of Assamese History and Culture is here for visitors to witness. The Srimanta 
Sankardev Kalakshetra was constructed in the year 1990 to showcase the harmony in the 
ethnicity of Assam along with the promotion of Heritage. One gets to learn a lot of things about 
Assam if they visit this Cultural Center. Kalakshetra also includes various Art galleries, 
museums, a Children’s park, a massive library and many other features for students and tourists 
to enjoy. The place is located in the Batahguli area of Punjabari, Guwahati and is open to 
visitors from 10 am to 7 pm every day.