Majuli River Island, Assam


Majuli River Island, Assam





“Majuli” India’s largest river island and world heritage site. It is situated in the upper reaches of the river Brahmaputra in Assam. Total area of land in majuli is 421.65 square kilometers (163 sq mi) in 2001 census. The island is formed by the Brahmaputra river insouth and the Kherkutia Xuti, an anabranch of the Brahmaputra, joined by the Subansiri River in the north.
Majuli is famous for its vibrant culture and Satras .Some of the prominent Satras are----

(A)   Auniati Satra 

Founded by Niranjan Pathakdeva, the Satra is famous for "Paalnaam" and Apsara dances. Also remarkable is it's extensive assortment of ancient artefacts, Assamese old utensils, jewellery and handicrafts.





(B) Dakhinpat Satra
Founded by Banamalidev, an exponent of Raasleela, which is now observed as one of the main festivals of Assam. During Rasotsava several thousand devotees visit these holy Satras every year.
(C)Garamurh Satra
Founded by Lakshmikantadeva. During the end of autumn, traditional Raasleela (co-acting) is shown with great enthusiasm. Some ancient weapons called "Bortop" (canons) are gcgcpreserved here.
(D)Kamalabari Satra
Founded by Bedulapadma Ata, it is a centre of art, culture, literature and classical studies. The finest boats on the island are made here. Its branch, Uttar Kamalabari Satra, has showcased the Satria Art in several states of India and abroad.
(E)Bengenaati Satra
It is a storehouse of antiques of cultural importance and an advanced centre of performing art. Muraridev, the grandson of Sankardeva's step mother founded this Satra. 


The royal robes belonging to the Ahom king Swargadeo Gadadhar Singha, is preserved here. Also on display is the royal gold umbrella.
Satras are Satra is a unique feature of Vaishnavism in Assam, founded by Sankardeva, the father of Assamese culture. The satras are not just monasteries, but centres of traditional performing arts. The songs and dances initiated by Shri. Sankaradeva , such as Borgeet, Bhatima, Jumora, Chali, Paalnaam, Noyua, Apsara, Satriya Krshna, etc. are taught and promoted here apart from numerous other crafts, of which makmaking is particularly significant.
Raas festival of Majuli is famous around the world .Thousands of tourist are coming in those 3 days.
Now Majuli is the cultural capital of Assam and assamese culture.

People of Majuli : Mishing, Sonowal Kachari and Deuri are the local inhabitants of this place.

When to visit – Best time to visit Majuli is November to April. During rainy season, much of the island is flooded.
How to Reach –
By rail – Jorhat Railway station
By bus – Jorhat Bus Stand
By Flight –Jorhat air port
Accommodation:

There are some good places to stay in Majuli . You will surely enjoy staying there   

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