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Sivasagar
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Best Time to Visit
Oct - Mar
Avg. Cost
₹8,500
Ideal Duration
3-5 Days
Type
city
- Overview
Sivasagar, located in Upper Assam, is one of the most historically significant destinations in Northeast India. Once known as Rangpur, Sivasagar served as the capital of the Ahom Kingdom for nearly 600 years. The town is renowned for its grand palaces, massive tanks, ancient temples, and monuments that reflect the architectural brilliance and political power of the Ahom rulers.
Today, Sivasagar stands as a living museum of Assam’s glorious past, making it a must-visit destination for heritage lovers, cultural explorers, and history enthusiasts.
- Former capital of the Ahom Kingdom for nearly 600 years
- Home to Asia’s oldest amphitheater – Rang Ghar
- Features massive royal palaces like Talatal Ghar and Kareng Ghar
- Houses Shiva Dol, the tallest Shiva temple in Northeast India
- Famous for Sivasagar Tank (Borpukhuri), a massive man-made water reservoir
- Gateway to Charaideo Maidam, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Ideal destination for heritage tourism & photography
- Rich blend of Ahom architecture, culture, and history
- Best visited between October and March
- Well connected by road, rail, and nearby airport (Jorhat)
- Top Attractions
Explore the must-visit places in and around Hayagriva Madhava Temple
Brahmaputra River Cruise
Srimanta Sankardev Kalakshetra
Assam State Museum
Umananda Island
Kamakhya Temple
Boko Hills
- Nearby Hotels & Stays
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Hotel Air In
- Location : Hajo, Assam, India
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- Nearby Areas & Places to Explore
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- Travel Tips & Information
- Quick Facts
- Language : Assamese, English, Hindi
- Currency : Rupees
- Time Zone : +5.30
- Emergency : 112, 108