One of the biggest draws for anyone who's a traveller at heart, are places that are steeped in natural beauty. Be it a stunning view of the mountains that makes us pause on a road trip, or the shade of green in a rice field that has always fascinated us on a train journey, Mother Nature has been a major source of wanderlust for a lot of us.

Majuli, the largest river island in the world, is a paradise for nature lovers. Located on the mighty Brahmaputra River in Assam, the island can be accessed via Jorhat district, which lies at a distance of 44km from this place. Back in the year 1991, this island was spread across an area of 1,256 square kilometres, but soil erosion over the years has reduced the size to 457 square kilometres.

Majuli is known for an unparalleled scenic beauty. Thanks to the Brahmaputra River, the river banks look beautiful with thick vegetation. Sitting at one of these banks, you will be able to enjoy stunning views of the setting sun and a fisherman rowing back his boat -- a setting that provides a kind of serenity that most nature-loving travellers come seeking for. If you happen to go on a walk across the agricultural belt of the island, vast stretches of paddy fields, rice fields, and water meadows bursting with hyacinth blossoms, will take you back to the days of childhood and trigger nostalgia. The best way to go on a nature tour in the island is to hire bicycles that are available on rent for the tourists.

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When you are done soothing your senses with amazing views and a pleasant weather, you can choose to go for birdwatching. Majuli is home to nearly 100 species of birds, including numerous those migrating from different parts of the world. Special birdwatching tours are organised by some knowledgeable locals.

A traveller looking to explore the cultural heritage of this place, must visit Majuli during the famous Raas Mahotsava. Usually held in the month of November every year, this festival provides the best chances for a traveller to catch glimpses of the region's traditional dances, drama recitations and a host of other cultural performances.

As far as accommodation is concerned, several budget hotels and guest houses are available. But Majuli can be best experienced by staying with the locals.