Silchar — Travel Guide
Silchar is the headquarters of Cachar district in the state of Assam in India. It is the second-largest city of the state in terms of population and municipal area. It is a popular commercial centre of Assam due to its tea farming. It is situated on the banks of the Barak River and is popularly known as Barak Valley. Silchar is the economic gateway to states like Manipur and Mizoram, and the headquarters of the Cachar District. The town sees a large settlement of traders from distant parts of India every year. The British tea planters revived the game of polo in India in the 1850s in Manipur on the Burmese border. In fact, the first polo club of the world was formed in Silchar and the first competitive modern polo was held here.
The best time to visit October to May.
By Air
The Kumbhirgram airport in Silchar is located at a distance of about 22 km from the town and is a highly modernized air station, with state-of-the-art facilities.
By Train
The nearest Railway Station is Badarpur Railway Station, located at a distance of 32 Kms from Silchar.
Shopping in Silchar is an absolute delight. After a day of some fine sightseeing and other activities, it’s but natural to indulge in a little bit of shopping. Explore the shops and the markets of Silchar to find the most famous of its offerings. Buy souvenirs and other gifts for yourself and your friends and families – after all shopping in Silchar means splurging a little bit! Shopping in Silchar is the most important activities among the
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