1. The city in perspective :

      Dibrugarh is a city named after Dibarumukh (as a renowned encampment of Ahoms during the Ahom-Sutiya War). The word Dibru evolved from the river Dibaru which stands for ‘blister’ in the Diamsa language. The British constructed a fort on the bank of the river Dibaru and there from the city came to be known as Dibarugarh. Dibarugarh started out as the commercial and administrative hub of Upper Assam of the Bristish after they arrived here following the Treaty of Yandaboo in the year 1824 and with the coming of plantation industry in 1830s turned into a major economic hub and today is turning out as a major city in Eastern India and is fast emerging as a major industrial and commercial hub of North East India. It is the gateway to the three tea-producing districts of Tinsukia, Dibrugarh, and Sivasagar. These three areas account for approximately 50% of India’s Assam tea crop, and this gives Dibrugarh its rightly earned sobriquet as the “Tea City of India” and closes a loop between the Kaziranga National Park and the Ziro–Along–Pasighat route in Arunachal Pradesh. It’s also the terminus (or starting point) for the fascinating ferry ride along the Brahmaputra River to Pasighat.

2. Culture :

      The district has a mixed culture with the majority community being the Ahoms with the other major communities being the Deoris, Morans, Sonowal Kacharis, Motoks, Chutiyas, Tai Phakes. Each of these communities have their own beautiful and unique festivals like the ‘Gira Girashi’, ‘Pishai Dema’ for the Deoris, ‘Ashtai Puja’ for the Ahoms, Vaishnavite festivals for the Sonowal Kacharis and Buddhist festivals for the Tai Phakes who happen to b devout Buddhist followers. . Bihu is the most celebrated festival in Dibrugarh. The city happens to be an amalgamation of various festivals, foods, dance and music. Bihu and Sattriya are two of the most famous dances in Dibrugarh. When it comes to food, the city boasts of a variegated cuisine with elements from Chinese, Continental, and North Indian, along with the local Assamese delicacies such as khar masor tenga, mas, and laroo pitha.

Xatras and Maidams :
Vaishnavite Culture – Xatras :

a)  Dinjoy Satra :

      This satra was first established by a prime devotee of Gopal Atadev, Srimanta Aniruddha Dev, in a village of North Lakhimpur. It was later shifted to Khutiaputa, around the time when the Moamoria rebellion took place. During this period, Astabhuj Gosain was the head of the satra. But after his demise, this religious seat remained vacant for 14 years. Later on, Pitambar Chandra Dev was made the head. The satra fell into trouble once again at the time of Burmese invasion of India. It was finally brought to the present site of Dinjan, about 5 km from the township of Chabua, after peace returned.

b)  Moderkhat Satra :

      Moderkhat Satra is actually an extension of the Dinjoy Satra and was established in the Moderkhat area of the Dibrugarh district. Chandrakantadev was the founder of this monastery. He was the brother of Sidanandadeb Dinjoy, who was the head priest of the Dinjoy Satra of Assam.

   c)  Garpara Satra :

      Garpara satra is older than the Dinjoy Satra itself and is situated in Rohmoria mouza, Assam. The head priest of this satra was Narimaider. In recent times, there has been a proposal of shifting the satra to a new safer location, because of soil erosion at the present site.

    Dols and Maidams :

a)  Raidangia Dol :

      Raidangia Dol is found in the Kalakhuwa area of Laruah mauza, under the Barbaruah Dev Block of Assam. Established in 700 AD, by Swargodeo Pramatta Singha, the place was originally dedicated to the worship of Lord Vishnu. Later on, it became famous as Shiva dol. The dol contains relics of the powerful Ahom Kingdom. Initially, 24 statues were found engraved on the walls of the temple, but now only 14 of them are to be found. There is a large pond situated just adjacent to the temple. It is said that the dol, along with the pond and 200 pura, was given as a dowry when Swargadeo Pramatta Singha married his sister to Raidnogia Barua.

b)  Barbarua Maidam :

      At a distance of 14 km to the south of Dibrugarh, just adjacent to the NH37, there are two ancient graveyards that were raised to honour two officials of the Ahom Dynasty. Historian Sarbananda Rajkumar believes that these two maidams or graveyards were erected for Bura Dihinigia Barbarua and Deka Dihingia Barbarua. Apart from these, there are several other smaller maidams at the same site, which were constructed to honour other soldiers of the same regime.

   c)  Sarumechlow and Bormechow Maidam :

      These two maidams are found in the Lengeri mouza locality of Dibrugarh city and are said to be the graveyards of Sarumechlow and Bormechow, who were the queens of King Sukhampha Khura (1552–1611) of the Ahom regime.

   d)  Lekai Chetia Maidam :

      This maidam is dedicated to Lekai Chetia, an officer of the Ahom Kingdom, during the term of Swargadeo Pratapsingha. Located in the Sessa area, near Mankata road of the Dibrugarh district, the maidam has now become a revered spot in Assam.

   e)  Bahikhowa Maidam :

      The Bahikhowa Maidam is found in the Khowang Tea Estate area of Dibrugarh. This graveyard is dedicated to Bahikhowa Dasarath Dowerah. He was the Chief of the Army staff of Ahoms, during the reign of Swargodeo Rajeswar Singha. Apart from this huge maidam, there are several other smaller maidams located in the nearby places, but all of them are in ruins now.

    Other Places To Visit :

a)  Kali Mandir Dibrugarh :

      Kali mandir, Dibrugarh is a perfect destination for a great time with your dear ones. Enjoy the attractions of this popular tourist spot. With so much to lure your senses and offer you recreation at its best, get drenched in the spirit of adventure that you get to explore at kali mandir, Dibrugarh. Enjoy together all the points of popular interests and bring back several memorable moments. kali mandir, Dibrugarh is not just the place for sightseeing, but it also enables you to steal a self-indulgent moment for yourself as well. So, check out the kali mandir tourist spot for all the attractions that is on offer and visit this spot on weekends for a rejuvenating time. World standards, extraordinary architecture, innovative layouts, and well-thought execution make place a highly coveted point of tourist interest. Do not forget to carry your camera and capture special moments. kali mandir, Dibrugarh is the sure way to refresh and relax after a busy weekday. Explore interesting themes, fabulous designs, colorful landscapes, amusing characters, ambient music, props and merchandise available in nearby stores- all at one place. kali mandir, Dibrugarh is the best way to have a memorable time with kids and family. So, enjoy a fulfilling outing at kali mandir in Dibrugarh. Check it out!

   b)  Baudha Bihar :

      Baudha bihar, Dibrugarh is a perfect destination for a great time with your dear ones. Baudha bihar, Dibrugarh is the sure way to refresh and relax after a busy weekday. Explore interesting themes, fabulous designs, colorful landscapes, amusing characters, ambient music, props and merchandise available in nearby stores- all at one place. baudha bihar, Dibrugarh is the best way to have a memorable time with kids and family. So, enjoy a fulfilling outing at baudha bihar in Dibrugarh.

   c)  Bahikhowa Maidam :

      Bahikhowa Maidam is found in the Khowang Tea Estate area of Dibrugarh. This graveyard is dedicated to Bahikhowa Dasarath Dowerah. He was the Chief of the Army staff of Ahoms, during the reign of Swargodeo Rajeswar Singha. Apart from this huge maidam, there are several other smaller maidams located in the nearby places, but all of them are in ruins now.

   d)  Kushal Konwar Udyan :

      Kushal konwar udyan, Dibrugarh is a perfect destination for a great time with your dear ones. Enjoy the attractions of this popular tourist spot. With so much to lure your senses and offer you recreation at its best, get drenched in the spirit of adventure that you get to explore at kushal konwar udyan, Dibrugarh. Enjoy together all the points of popular interests and bring back several memorable moments. kushal konwar udyan, Dibrugarh is not just the place for sightseeing, but it also enables you to steal a self-indulgent moment for yourself as well. So, check out the kushal konwar udyan tourist spot for all the attractions that is on offer and visit this spot on weekends for a rejuvenating time. World standards, extraordinary architecture, innovative layouts, and well-thought execution make place a highly coveted point of tourist interest. Do not forget to carry your camera and capture special moments. kushal konwar udyan, Dibrugarh is the sure way to refresh and relax after a busy weekday. Explore interesting themes, fabulous designs, colorful landscapes, amusing characters, ambient music, props and merchandise available in nearby stores- all at one place. kushal konwar udyan, Dibrugarh is the best way to have a memorable time with kids and family. So, enjoy a fulfilling outing at kushal konwar udyan in Dibrugarh.