Assam
- Country:
- India
- Type:
- State
A northeastern Indian state characterized by the mighty Brahmaputra River valley and lush tea plantations. The region is bordered by the Eastern Himalayas to the north and the Patkai and Naga Hills to the south, creating a distinctive alluvial floodplain landscape. The state's unique geography includes the world's largest river island, Majuli, formed by the braided channels of the Brahmaputra.