Tezpur
Cultural Capital of Assam

Tezpur

Lush tea gardens, picturesque landscapes and endless paddy fields framed by the snow-clad Himalayas, all close to form the gorgeous city of Tezpur one among the foremost explored tourist destinations in Assam. Fringed by the feisty Brahmaputra , Tezpur, in Sonitpur district, is taken into account to be Assam’s oldest city. Straddling the state of Arunachal Pradesh and Assam, Tezpur is surrounded by a number of the foremost exquisite scenic sites in India.

 

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There are many legends related to this slow-paced quaint city and it’s said that it had been the battleground of a war between Hari (Lord Krishna) and king Banasura (a devotee of Lord Shiva). Local lore recounts that the nephew of Lord Krishna, Aniruddha, fell crazy with Usha, the daughter of the king, who disapproved of their match. The king put the young prince into jail and when Lord Krishna acknowledged about this, he attacked him with full force. Banasura lost the war and requested Krishna to not kill him, after which he presented the couple, seated during a regal chariot, to the lord.

Originally, Tezpur is claimed to possess been referred to as Haruppesvera, during the reign of the Mlechchha dynasty (650 – 900 AD). The rock inscriptions of Harjar Varma point to the very fact that the town was alive from 829-30 AD. Modern-day Tezpur was founded in 1835 by British colonial administration. In fact, the town was a crucial centre of trade that was used as a river port. After independence, the town continued to take care of its significant streak and was the location of the establishment of the primary electrical power station during this a part of the country.

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How to get there ?

By Air

The nearest airport, Saloni Airport, is located around 15 km from Tezpur. Several flights connect Saloni Airport with the state capital.

By Road

Roadways is the preferred and most convenient way of travelling to and from Tezpur.

Rail

Tezpur railway station called Rangapara North Railway Station has a connect with Guwahati Railway Station. The nearest railhead is Guwahati that has trains from all important cities.

Attractions

Nameri National Park

Nameri National Park

The Nameri park , along side the adjoining Pakhui (Pakke) Sanctuary of Arunachal Pradesh, is cover a neighborhood of 1,000 sq km. The landscape majorly comprises semi-evergreen, moist deciduous forests with cane and bamboo brakes and narrow strips of open grassland along rivers. The park lies around 35 km from Tezpur, within the foothills of the eastern Himalayas. A paradise for birdwatchers, it boasts around 300 species of avifauna, including hornbills, black storks, ibisbills, babblers, plovers etc. you’ll also spot fauna like tigers, leopards, sambars, clouded leopards, gaurs, wild boars, sloth bears, Himalayan black bears also as elephants. Declared a reserve forest in 1978, it had been minted a park 20 years later. assail a jungle safari and explore the teeming biodiversity of the park for an unforgettable experience of your life.

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Bomdila

Lying about 153 km faraway from Tezpur, the remote town of Bomdila is one among the simplest tourist sites in Arunachal Pradesh. The snow-clad Himalayas, lush green landscapes and an upscale culture make Bomdila a well-liked stopover for those exploring the natural great thing about the Northeast. The Bomdila View Point may be a prominent site to look at the spectacular West Kameng valley and therefore the cloud-covered Nechipu Pass.

Bomdila is additionally known for its beautiful apple orchards that attract visitors in large numbers. the very best peaks within the state, Kangte and Gorichen, are clearly visible from Bomdila, which may be a predominant tribal area inhabited by the Miji, Monpa, Sherdukpen, Khawas and Aka tribes. Other important places to go to include the ethnographic museum and various craft centres displaying the rich cultural heritage of the place.

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Bomdila
AGNIGARH

AGNIGARH

A hillock located on the banks of River Brahmaputra, Agnigarh or the fort of fireside is one among the simplest places to urge a germander speedwell view of the town of Tezpur. it’s been developed as a gorgeous park that houses variety of statues depicting scenes drawn from mythology.

Legend has it that this place was constructed by Asura Banasura to isolate his daughter, Usha, from her lover and Lord Krishna’s grandson, Aniruddha, by creating a boundary of fireside . As a tribute to the lovers, statues of Usha and Aniruddha stand atop Capitol Hill , which may be reached by a circular staircase. Other places of interest include, an open-air stage, giant mushrooms and a splendid waterfall. The place is actually a romantic spot, preserving the memory of the young lovers.

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