Assam City Guide
Located on the banks of the River Brahamputra, the city of Tezpur is one of the most visited destinations in Assam. Legend has it that Tezpur was named after a bloody war fought between Lord Krishna and Banasur. Besides its rich history there are many attractions in Tezpur such as its beautiful tea gardens, temples, parks, forts and monuments which have all made Tezpur an attractive and must visit destination in Assam.
Tezpur is situated on the banks of river Brahmaputra, in Sonitpur district. Tezpur in Assam is a town of magical scenic beauty and matchless archaeological ruins. The unspoilt green valleys encircled by hills of Arunachal Pradesh, with snow covered peaks of Himalaya and lush tea gardens have all contributed to make Tezpur a tourist pleasure. It is the headquarters of Sonitpur district and is considered as one of the most beautiful towns of Assam.
Sonitpur, known as ancient Tezpur is steeped in Mythology and legend. The "city of Blood" (Sonit- Blood pur-city) summon up images of the romantic legend of Usha and Anirudha and of the intense battle between 'Hari' and 'Hara'.
Tezpur has also contribute a lot in the field of art, culture, literature and particularly to the freedom struggle that has earned a unique place in the history of Assam.
Tourist Attractions in Tezpur
Mahabhairab Temple An ancient temple where king Bana worshipped Mahabhairab, another incarnation of Lord Shiva. A holy place for the religious-minded.
The Hazara Pukhuri The large tank preserves the name of Hazara Varman in Tezpur. It was excavated in the early part of the 19th century. This is the third largest tank covering an area of 70 acres
Agnigarh Agnigarh preserves the sweet memory of young lovers. Agnigarh is perhaps the most beautiful tourist location of Tezpur. It is believed that, princess Usha the only daughter of King Bana was kept inside the palace which was surrounded by a rampart of fire.
Bamuni Hills The ruins of the Bamuni Hill is famous for its aesthetic beauty. The sculptural ruins, dating back to the 9th and 10th century A.D. now lie in the Cole Park and Missionary compound.
Cole Park This is one of the most interesting places in the Tezpur. The park is the perfect place for the peace lovers. This is the place, where the two impressively ornamented stone pillars and the sculptural remains of the famous Bamuni hill can be seen.
Places to Visit Around Tezpur
Guwahati Tezpur is just 180 km from Guwahati. Tezpur can be reached very easily from any part of India. There are numerous interesting destinations in & around Tezpur, which fascinates every traveler to Assam in North East India.
Bhalukpung Tezpur leads to Bhalukpung 60 km ahead on the border of Arunachal Pradesh. Bhalukpung is a beautiful picnic and angling spot near Tezpur. A must place to visit while on a tour to Assam.
Orang Wildlife Sanctuary Orang Wildlife Sanctuary is a small Kaziranga where one can find rhinoceros, leopard, samber, deer, buffalo, tiger, variety of water birds, green pigeon and wild elephant at this sanctuary.
Other Places to Visit One can also visit the nearby town and cities like - Barpeta Rd. 50 km, Itanagar 212 km, Bamdila 160 km, Tawang 300 km, which have numerous things to see.
Getting There:
By Air: Tezpur is connected by air, rail and bus. Indian airlines NEPC airlines connect Tezpur with Kolkata & Guwahati.
By Road: Deluxe bus services (both day & night) are available from Guwahati and other important towns. Govt. and Private Bus Services are plying between the city and Kaziranga (1:30hr), Jorhat (4hr), Sibsagar (5:5hr), Guwahati (4:30hr), Itanagar (5hr), Bamdila (6hr), Tawang (14 hr), Siliguri.
Best Time to Visit Tezpur, Assam
Tezpur is situated in the eastern parts of India in the state of Assam. The climate in this part of Assam is usually pleasant the only problem arises due to the high humidity factor. The summer see the temperature rising as high 34.6 'C and during winters the temperatures may drop to about 12 'C. The best time to visit the city of Tezpur is around the months of October to April.
Staying Options in Tezpur
Tezpur offers excellent accommodation facilities for its tourist from all over the world. You may not find a luxury category accommodation near Tezpur in Assam but following are some of the famous staying options here:
- Luit Hotel
- Kanyapur Hotel
- International Hotel
- Central Lodge
- Basant Hotel
