If you dream of snowy peaks, blooming rhododendrons in Kashmir, surfing in the Andamans, or photographing a tiger drinking from a shrinking river—then

: The Assamese New Year, featuring week-long celebrations of music and folk dance.

Drink plenty of bottled water and embrace local cooling drinks like lassi (yogurt drink), nimbu pani (Indian lemonade), and fresh coconut water available on almost every street corner.