Majuli Assam | Majuli world's largest River Island | Majuli Tourist Place (updated) & More.

Majuli Assam.| Majuli world's largest River  Island | Majuli Tourist Place (updated) &  More.     

     Majuli, the world's biggest River Island.

The world's largest River Island that is the most fascinating river Island is situated in India in the State of  Asam under the name and style " Majuli". This stands  located in the river Brahmaputra- quite lush green, free of pollution and picturesque. A large number of tourists from all over the world besides India visit this splendid place to enjoy its natural beauty with great enthusiasm & spend a comfortable time over here. 

The Guiness Book of World records has declared Majuli in Assam as the largest River Island in the world and it has topled Marajo in Brazil to set the world record. Majuli River Island has also been included in the tentative list of world Heritage sites by UNESCO.

Majuli River Island is having a total area of 352 square kilometres (136 square miles) and it  is the world's largest river island that  attracts tourists from all over the world. Manjuli River  is an island in the Brahmaputra River in Assam and in 2016 it became the first island that was   made a district in India.

The world's largest river island is also called the cultural capital of Asam and the place is inhabited mostly by the population of tribals. Most of the population here is inhibited by only tribals with their unique culture. Majuli become the first island that was made a District in 2016 in India. It is a fully cultural place with an admirable atmosphere.

The river island is lush green and is bestowed with large varieties of flora and fauna. Majuli is totally a tourist hotspot because of its vibrant culture. The famous festival - Raas Leela is being observed here for three days with great fervor and gaiety.

Majuli River Island Distance : 

This amazing tourist spot can be reached by visitors and Tourists from Guwahati international airport in more than 7 hours via Johart it's a nearby town by bus, trains, etc. Joharat a nearby town of Majuli has even airport facilities also. 

Regular flights are very much available to Jorhat Airport which is also known as Rowriah Airport from Guwahati and other eastern and northeastern cities.Neemati Ghat is about 14 kilometers away from Jorhat and can be reached from Jorhat by a cab or bus. Visitors and travelers can also use ferry services to travel to Manjuli Island from Neemati Ghat but there are only two trips from Neemati Ghat to Manjuli between 10 am to 3 pm.

Majuli Tourist Place : 

Majuli River Island is one of the most important cultural centres in Assam since 16 th century. It used to be a primary hub of Neo vaishnavite Culture at one time in past and many Monasteries depicting the Cultural of Assam still exist here which were constructed in past by a famous Saint of Assam namely Srimanta Sankardeva.

Majuli is a very famous and one of the most popular tourist destinatioñs in Assam and is mostly visited by large number of tourists from every nook and corner of India and abroad. Majuli River Island is spread over an area of 352 square kilometers and is considered as world's largest River Island nestled in river Brahamputra. It has a rich cultural heritage and stunning natural beauty and local inhabitants here are very warm and hospitable. Majuli River Island has become a must see-place for every one who travels Assam and it's one more uniqueness is that it is located in Northeast India and floats on the great Brahamputra river.

Majuli also serves as a hub of Assemes neo-Vaishnavite culture. It is a home to many Satras where tourists and travelers witness to enjoy traditional dance performances. Majuli's Tranquil sorroundings provide   perfect atmosphere for meditation, Yoga and spiritual rejuvenation. It is also ideal destination for those who are in search of inner peace and solace. Majuli's festivals mainly Raas Festival are celebrated with great pomp and show by localities here which offers visitors a glimpses into their traditions and lively spirit.

Majuli Hotels and Home stays : 

Government Hotels, Homestays, resorts, and Bamboo cottages are available for tourists and Visitors on affordable charges.There are plenty of  different types of accommodation options available for tourists and travelers in Manjuli Town. As with the increase in Tourists and their huge rush during last few years, some more new homestays, Resorts, Lodges  and Hotels have been set up in Majuli Town to facilitate night stay options here for tourists.

There are also  many  Bamboo cottages  available at reasonable rates in Majuli which can also be explored by tourists. There  are many   old  lodges, and hotels in the main town area  and any one  can book a room during his visit  in Majuli Island to enjoy the peace, calmness and natural beauty of the Majuli Island.

Best Time to Visit Majuli : 

The best period to Visit the Largest River Island also known as Majuli is between October to April which is quite feasible for the visitors and travelers. The average temperature ranges from 10 degree Celsius to 25 degree Celsius thus offers a comfortable pleasant weather conditions for out door activities añd exploration.

The Majuli River Island also witness showers of rainfall during this period that facilitates tourists to enjoy the scenic landscapes and cultural festivals without any hitch.

The off season when inflow of tourist is low starts during Monsoon Season from May to ending September and during this period heavy rainfall followed by floods is witnessed here that makes the accessibility of tourists to this place minimum. The average temperature during this period ranges from 25 to 35 degree celsius followed by a lot of humidity. 

Majuli River Island  Places to Visit : 

The major nearby attractions of Majuli worth visiting are; Kamalabari( famous for articles of art, culture and literature & classical studies,  Auniati(The destination quite famous for its Apsara and Paalnam dance), Dakhinpat Satra & the other destinations near  Majuli are  Joharat, Sibsagar, Itanagar, Dibrugarh, etc which are quite amazing,  wonderful and worth visiting. 

Majuli culture and civilization : 

It is a larger River  island nestled in the state of Assam in India that is formed by the Brahamputra River to the South and East , the Suban Siri River to the west. 

The poplilation of Manjuli comprises of Misings, Brahamans, Deoris, Ahoms, Kacharis, Kayasthas, Kalitas, Koch Raj bangshis, Sonowal Kachari Kumar but the main ethenic group here is Misings, Deoris and Sonowal Kacharis. The local people here speak mainly  Assemes and mising languages. The most important thing about Manjuli is that it has been the cultural capital of Assemes civilization since 16th century.

The famous and popular festival here is RAAS UTSAV. The Raas Lila is an annual festival being performed on the full moon day (Purnima) in the months of October-November (Kati- Aghun) during the autumn season with great fervor and gaitey.

It is not known for certain important features in which Sattra Rasa Lila was first introduced in Majuli as a performing festival.

The local people here eat mostly rice and leafy greens are staples prepared mostly and often with minimal spices. The main occupation of people in Manjuli is farming and the crops mainly grown here are like rice of three types namely Sali, Ahu and Boa, oil seeds, wheat, potatos, garlic, onion, pulses, sugar cane and plenty of vegetables.

The Satras of Majuli preserve antiques like weapons, Jewelery , utensils and a lot many other items having important cultural significance.  The Handloom work of the Tribal people of Majuli is mostly the Mishings are famous all over the world. Handloom is also the major occupation of people here, fishing pottery , boat making and mask making are also important economic activities of this wonderful place.

Majuli Wetlands : 

The main big and well known wetlands in Manjuli are Beels which is a billabong or a lake like wetland with static water formed tupically by inundation of low lying lands during the period of floods. Beels are perenial water bird wetlands which is a habitat for 250 species of migratory birds, Plethora etc.

Things to do in Majuli : 

Manjuli, the largest river island of the world is blessed with extra ordinary beauty and rich cultural and civilization that takes every visitors or traveler by surprise at his or her first visit to this extremely wonderful place. 

This wonderful island is located in the River Brahamputra and covers an area of approximately 352 sq. km. It has two cities namely Garamur and Kamalabari as well many small villages scattered all across the area. The top most things one can do here is photography, staying in Bamboo Huts, visit India's cleanest village namely Mawlynnang, Visit to Pabitara National Park located in Assamas Morigaon District and lot many places also. Cycling and boat riding is also being undertaken by visitors.

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Conclude :

Tourists and Travelers visiting here can fully enjoy their journey with  beautiful landscapes around, peaceful nature of rural life and rich bio-diversity of flora and fauna. It is a mystique place wrapped in its rich history and culture and  hence  a visit to Assam will surely be incomplete without travelling to Majuli.

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