Digboi Oil Refinery Town Tourism

Digboi is a small town situated in the Tinsukia district of Assam, India, known globally as the 'Oil City' because it houses one of the oldest oil refineries in the world. The history of oil in Digboi dates back to the late 19th century when oil was discovered here. Digboi's oil refinery was commissioned in 1901 by the Assam Oil Company Ltd. The refinery is a part of the Indian Oil Corporation now and has a significant contribution to India's oil history. Apart from the oil refinery, Digboi is also famous for its lush tea gardens and rich biodiversity. The town is surrounded by dense tropical rainforests, and the Digboi Oil Museum provides an in-depth look at the history and functioning of the oil industry. The local culture is influenced by the diverse ethnic groups residing in the region, which includes local Assamese and indigenous communities.