Haflong
Dima Hasao district, Assam, India
Known as white ant hillock, Haflong in Assam is a paradise. Situated 310 km from Guwahati and known for its beautiful hills , landscapes, valleys, and mountains, Haflong is popular among campers and nature enthusiasts. It is situated at an altitude of 680 m above sea level and is ideal for a peaceful holiday. Haflong is famous for its lakeside resorts, and is visited primarily for the adventure activity options it offers; trekking an...
Known as white ant hillock, Haflong in Assam is a paradise. Situated 310 km from Guwahati and known for its beautiful hills , landscapes, valleys, and mountains, Haflong is popular among campers and nature enthusiasts. It is situated at an altitude of 680 m above sea level and is ideal for a peaceful holiday. Haflong is famous for its lakeside resorts, and is visited primarily for the adventure activity options it offers; trekking and paragliding are some of the popular ones.
Serving as the headquarters of North Cachar Hills district, Haflong is a production center for horticultural produces like pineapple and oranges. Like other hill stations of India, Haflong’s architecture reflects the British colonial past. Some of the places to visit in Haflong are the Orchid Garden, Borail Range, Maibong and Jatinga.
Haflong Lake is one of the largest natural water bodies in Assam and is situated in the heart of the town. It is also Haflong’s most popular tourist spot. Jatinga is another famous tourist spot located located on a spur of the Haflong ridge which is famous for the phenomenon of bird suicides.
Haflong celebrates Chavang Kut, its harvest festival in November every year.
Contact Person
Shri Amitabh Rajkhowa, ACS
Deputy Commissioner, Dima Hasao
O/o Deputy Commissioner, Dima Hasao
Haflong, Assam, Pin 788819, India
03673236222
dc-nchills@nic.in
http://nchills.gov.in
Connectivity
Nearest Airport - Kumbhirgram Airport , silchar (41 Km away)
Nearest Railway Station - New Haflong station, Lumding (3 Km away)
Climate
Min. +7 Degree Celcius
Max. +30 Degree Celcius
Accomodation
Few Budget hotels hotels are available.
Medical Services
General Medical Facilities (Chemist, Doctors, Ambulance) are available.