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Surrounded by the mighty Brahmaputra, the island of Majuli in Assam is known as the largest river island in the world
The Largest River Island
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Home to Assamese monks, Majuli is where the Neo-Vaishnavite movement initiated by Srimanta Sankardeva began in the 15th century
Neo-Vaishnavite Culture
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Majuli is dotted with satras, which are monasteries or institutional centres where you can learn about Assamese culture and religion
A Tour Of the Satras
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Some of the satras worth visiting in Majuli include Auniati, Dakshinpat, Kamalabari, Samaguri and Ahatguri among others
Popular Satras
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Satras are not just monasteries, but centres of traditional performing arts such as sattriya dance. Kamalabari Satra is particularly known for this
Sattriya Dance
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Bhaona is very popular in Majuli, especially during Dussehra. It refers to plays, often depicting mythological characters with religious messaging
Watch A Bhaona
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Because of its culture of bhaona, mask making is a common craft in Majuli. Try your hands at it or buy these masks as souvenir to take back home
Mask Making
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Majuli is also home to a few tribes of Assam, such as Mising. Discover their way of life, traditional weaving techniques and indulge in tribal food
Mising Tribe
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A great way to explore Majuli's picturesque landscape is to hire a bicycle. There are tour guides who offer cycling experiences
A Bicycle Tour
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