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Jorhat, Assam – the cultural and historical heart of Upper Assam:

General Overview

Location: Upper Assam, on the banks of the Brahmaputra River
District: Jorhat
Nicknamed: The Tea Capital of India due to its vast tea gardens
Significance: A major commercial and cultural hub in Assam, known for its tea industry and colonial-era architecture

Tea Industry

Tea Gardens: Jorhat is home to many renowned tea estates, such as Halmari Tea Estate, Jorhat Tea Estate, and Majuli Tea Estate
Major Export: One of the largest producers and exporters of tea in the world
Tea Festivals: Celebrates Assam Tea culture with events and tourism focusing on the tea gardens

Tourist Attractions

Majuli Island – The world's largest river island, famous for its monasteries, culture, and serene beauty
Sivasagar – Historic town nearby, known for Ahom Dynasty monuments
Kaziranga National Park – A UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to the one-horned rhinoceros (about 70 km away)
Rang Ghar – An ancient amphitheater built by the Ahom rulers
Jorhat Gymkhana Club – One of the oldest golf courses in India, dating back to the British era

Cultural Heritage

Ahom Kingdom: Jorhat served as the last capital of the Ahom dynasty
Sattriya Dance – Classical dance form originating from Majuli and performed in Jorhat
Bihu – Major Assamese festival, celebrated with traditional music, dance, and feasts

Connectivity

By Air: Jorhat Airport (Rowriah Airport) – Direct flights to Guwahati and Kolkata
By Rail: Jorhat Railway Station – Well-connected to Guwahati and other parts of Assam
By Road: Connected to Kaziranga, Sivasagar, Dibrugarh, and Shillong

Climate

Festivals

Bihu – Celebrated with much grandeur, marking the Assamese new year and harvest season
Rongali Bihu – Spring festival celebrated with traditional folk dances and music
Durga Puja, Diwali, and Eid are also observed with cultural fervor