Anyone heard about Majuli–If No then Read on and If Yes then also I insist you to read on.. 😀
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The Largest river Island in India situated in the North-Eastern state of Assam which was used to be the Largest Island in the world but arguably still the largest inhabited river island…
The Nomination of including Majuli in the UNESCO World Heritage Site definitely makes it one of the destinations to visit when you are on a trip to North East India..
A land of Vaishnavite culture and situated on the middle of the river Brahmaputra,Majuli has been the Cultural Capital and the cradle of Assamese civilization for the past five hundred years. Home to 22 Satras and the principal seat of Vaishnavite faith, culture and practice. The Satras are Vaishnava monasteries established in the 16th century by the saint and cultural reformer Srimanta Sankaradeva and his disciple IVIadhab Deva.
A total area 500 sq.km which is in continuous shrinkage due to erosion and the increase of river surrounding but that does not prevent it of the fact of being a site of Historical Importance for Assam dated back to 16th Century.
How To Reach:-Majuli is around 20 kms from Jorhat City, can be reached bus to taxi to Namiti Steamer Ghat from where ferry services ply to the island. The journey takes about 3 hours.
Jorhat City can be reached form Guwahati,the capital city of Assam by Train, Bus or Air.By road the diatsnce is about 300 km and it takes around 6-7 hours,there is direct train services from Guwahati to Jorhat and regular Air Services ply for Guwahati to Jorhat..But those making a trip to Majuli,I insist them to take the Road to adore the nature on the way to Majuli…
What to See:-Though there is lot more to see and enjoy in entire North-East India but to a enjoy relaxing and peaceful vacation for few days and adoring the Assamese Culture this place is very recommended. You can experience the lifestyle of the local tribes there. Mishing, Assamese and Deuri are the local inhabitants of this place. They are helpful and charming.
The Satras are a delight to watch build in the ancestral period. Some of the main Satras to watch are The Vaishnava Satras founded by Sankardeva,Dakhinpat Satra,Garamurh Satra,Kamalabari Satra,Shamaguri Satra.These satras are also the treasure-house of “Borgeet” Matiakhara, Satriya Dances.Tourist can also have a view of the Mask, a type of Handicraft the people of Majuli prepare in Shamuguri Satra that is famous all over India.
Apart from these Majuli being an Island is also famous for it flora and fauna, The southern part of the Island is world’s largest riverine Island so it is bird lovers paradise,Between November and March is the best time to visit the Island.The Southwest, The Southeast and The Northern Part of Majuli Island provide a perfect spot for Bird Watching.
For enjoying the Majuli Culture,one can experience it through the festival being celebrated at Majuli.Some of them are The Ali-ai-ligang festival in Feb-March, Paal Naam festival at the end of Winter, In time of Raasleela many people come to visit Garamur Satra. The colorful festival and depiction of Lord Krishna’s life make it a nice event there. These colorful festivals leave tourist spellbound and they get a chance to mix with the Traditions and Cultures of the Locals…
Best time to visit Majuli the winter time…..Now Doesn’t that sounds quite exciting?
*Image Credits–Google
North-East India has the potential to rise as a Tourism Destination,if only the Government look to this,if only locals are more active in spreading its beauty,if only People from different parts show some interest in this Beautiful Paradise Known as North-East India….And I hope my little contribution serve the purpose.. 😀
Where to Stay:-These are the list of some Accommodation available in Majuli.
Alohee Ghar
Kakoti Guest House, Ph.9435203418
Kamalabari Satra Guest House,Ph.03775-273302 La Maison De Ananda, Ph.5597186356
Seuj Ville,Ph.9435734138
Circuit house at Garamurh,Head Quarter of Majuli Contact: SDO (Civil) Majuli,Ph 03775-274424 Majuli eco-tourism Lodge
Nearest airport: Rowriah (Jorhat)
Railway Station: Jorhat
Police Station: Garamukh P.S., Ph. No. 435, Kamalabari P.S., Ph. No. 430
You can also go through these organizations for planning your trip perfectly….
Majuli Island Protection & Development Council
68 South Avenue
New Delhi-110 011
Tel: +91-11-23792214
Sapta Sahid Road
GS Road, Mathura Nagar
Guwahati 781006
Tel: +91-361-2331937
Fax: +91-361-2611081
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Hey Harsha,
You suggested me this place ages ago on my blog, and now I intend to visit this area in a fortnight’s time. Do you think you would know of homestays in the area?
regards
Divya
Very well written. I wish you cover the connectivity bit too in this.
But apart from that , I think I have found my next travel destination 😀
Hi Divya,Thank You.. 😀
And as for connectivity is concerned–First and foremost you need to travel to Guwahati,the capital city of Assam,It is pretty well connected with rest of India by Train or Flight..If you are coming by Train-Then you need to get down at Guwahati Railway Station,The main station of Guwahati,from there you will get lots of Buses to Jorhat,and once you are in Jorhat–You need a take a Bus from Jorhat town to Neamati Steamer Ghat, the main ferryboarding point for Majuli.You can also take trains from Guwahati to Jorhat.. 😀
If you are coming by Flight,you need to take a Bus or Cab from Borjhar Airport to Inter State Bus Terminus,Betkuchi or to the Guwahati Railway Station from there follow the same way By Bus or Train To Jorhat and once in Jorhat follow the connectivity I mentioned above.. 😀
If you need more information I will be happy to help you.. 😀
Thank you so much Harsha!! I’ll get back to you when I am planning my trip. 🙂
You are most Welcome.. 😀 😀
Read the post and have forwarded it to my husband now comes the difficult part, lets hope he actually takes me to this lovely place. I have always felt that there is sooooo much in India to see discover and enjoy, awesome destination, great pictures and lots of vital information as well.
Thank You.. 😀
Even I do hope your Husband takes you their and There is no problem getting there just you need to find out some time..
Indeed there is lot more to see in India then we can imagine.. 😀
[ Smiles ] I definitely learned something new! I was unaware that, Majuli, was the largest river island of India!
My Pleasure.. 🙂
And I am happy that you came to new things about India.. 🙂
it’s beautiful. 🙂
Indeed it is beautiful Archita.. 🙂
Thanks for dropping by.. 🙂
Beautiful place ,i had never heard about this place ..thanks harsha for sharing detailed info 🙂
My Pleasure Swati.. 🙂
Hello 🙂 Hope you are doing fine !
Love all the pictures like always…Brilliant work ! And the post is very informative.
I am all Fine Rukh.. 🙂
And Thanks a Lot.. 🙂
Beautiful. Good to know about this place.
My Pleasure Rajesh.. 🙂
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very nice post harsha ! 🙂
Thanks a Lot Ankur.. 🙂
Beautiful post and that first pic is amazing…
Thank You Meghana.. 🙂
Good post Harsha… Majuli really interesting.
Thanks a Lot Pranav.. 🙂
i have always wanted to visit the north east.. this place fascinates me! good pick!
Indeed NE is full of treasures and You must visit sometime.. 🙂
Good coverage. Been there.. so u refreshed my memories!
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I am glad to know that you visited Majuli.. 🙂
Thanks for dropping by.. 🙂
Wow…looks wonderful. Sigh…so many places to visit and so little money 😦
Lol..But NE is affordable.. 🙂
read a beautiful piece on majuli in lonely plant india some time back….. will go definitely
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You are more than Welcome.. 🙂
Thanks for dropping By.. 🙂
Jorhat sounds so far to me, but i hope i will be able to make it in this lifetime.
Great post, thanks for all the info.
My Pleasure Indrani….And Jorhat is not that far,once you are in Guwahati it is just about 6 hours journey.. 🙂
A very well informed post Harsha! Have been thinking of Majuli lately and how best to blog about it. You have done a good job!
Thank You Ilakshee… 🙂
Harsha, Beautiful post on Majuli
Dhanyabad .
My Pleasure Rupam.. 🙂
Very informative post Harsha….lots of details!
Regards
Sammya
Thank You Sammya.. 😀
Back to roots Harsha, anyways always eager to learn things about NE so loved this article 🙂
Hahahaha…No one can get away from its root and I am no different.. 😀
And Thanks a Lot Vijay Bro.. 🙂
I wonder how to travel even more without chucking my job 😦 Looks like an inviting place.
It is indeed an inviting Place and also the whole NE..I assure you will be very pleased to see the entire NE.. 🙂
On my must visit list 🙂
Indeed You should Deepak.. 🙂
i wanna visit Majuli someday . . . iv’e heard a lot about it .
Thanks Harsha , Nirav 🙂
You are more than Welcome Nirav.. 😀
The answer is no, I haven’t heard about it; & ur contribution serves the purpose 😀 Do you have something about Arunachal? 🙂
Thanks Teny..Check Out the NE Tourism section in my blog and you will find all the NE states covered.. 🙂
Or for your convenience–https://allresourceupdates.wordpress.com/2013/05/29/north-east-india-contd-2/
😀 😀
Thanks; I am having slow unlimited net connection, that is why 😀
Btw, can I get ILP from anywhere in South India & which are the parts of NE that won’t need the same? 😀
ILP is required for Arunachal,Mizoram and Nagaland and the rest of NE states does not require ILP,For obtaining them I am afraid you can get them in South India but once you reach Guwahati–The main city of NE you can get ILP in Guwahati itself..
Go through this site for more info on ILP–
Arunachal–http://arunachalpradesh.gov.in/enter_ap.htm
Mizoram–http://mizoram.nic.in/more/entry.htm
Nagaland–http://mokokchung.nic.in/files/torpage.html
Hope that helps you and if you need more info feel free to ask me I will very happy to help you.. 😀
Thanks; I have a lot of plans for 2014. Lets see 😉
Oh ho…Great Hope that you visit NE.. 😀
Nice post!!
Thank You Harsha.. 🙂
Thanks for visiting my site.
I feel that the North east information does not get adequate coverage in The Media.
I have mentioned this in some of my posts on NE.
Will you let me have some links on the problems,specialties,Cuisine,Culture ?
Thanks Raman for dropping by..
And surely you can have the links and I would love to see North East India getting due attention it deserved.. 😀
Please go ahead
Do you need my blog post links or anything else..Let me know and I will surely provide you with whatever you want.. 🙂
I need links from your site, Links from reputed site and you may suggest some issue that needs to be addressed for quoting and blogging.
More interested in the neglect of NE, and the reason for the demand for separate State in some areas, Army, Police excesses.
Ok..I will provide you all the relevant information and will mail you the details…
Is that fine with you?