Jorhat Tourism

Type of destination: City

Ideal visit duration: 2-3 Days

Jorhat is a significant urban center in the state of Assam, India, known for its rich cultural heritage, tea plantations, and historical significance. It is often referred to as the 'Cultural Capital of Assam.' The city serves as a gateway to Upper Assam and to the state of Nagaland. It has been a thriving commercial center since the British Raj, primarily due to the tea gardens that dot the surrounding landscape, which attract both tourists and researchers. Jorhat hosts the Tocklai Tea Research Institute, one of the oldest and largest tea research centers in the world. The Majuli Island, the worldâ€™s largest river island, is accessible via ferry from Jorhat and is an ecological haven, as well as a pivotal site for Vaishnavism with numerous Satras or monasteries. The Ahom Kingdom's remnants can be explored in the region, especially at the Dhekiakhowa Bornamghar, an Assamese cultural hub, and the Raja Maidam, the burial site of Ahom royalty. Jorhat's bustling markets, like the Chowk Bazaar, are places where one can indulge in local cuisine and shop for Assamese silks like Muga and Eri. The city is also known for the Jorhat Gymkhana Club, which has the third-oldest golf course in the world.

Jorhat Tourism

Jorhat Tourism

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