Tezpur, The City of Blood

Sonitpur

Assam

India

Assamese, Bengali, Dialects, English

October To April

+91-3712

Gateway to Orang and Kaziranga wildlife sanctuaries.

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To the North East of Guwahati in the district of Sonitpur is the small district head of Tezpur. Sonitpur district is surrounded by the districts of Lakhimpur, Golaghat, Nagaon, Marigaon and Darrang and in the north it shares its borders with the state of Arunachal Pradesh.

Surrounded by the blue hills of Arunachal Pradesh and the snow capped mountains of the Himalayas forming a wonderful backdrop, Tezpur is set amidst the lush green tea gardens of north east Assam. The pleasant town is culturally rich and historically precious too.
The name Tezpur literally means soaked with blood. The district name Sonitpur also means the same. Legend goes that in the ancient days there was a bloody battle fought between Hari and Hara that is Lord Krishna and Lord Shiva, during which the land of this place got soaked with blood. Since then it has been known as Sonitpur and the actual place is known as Tezpur. Surrounded by lakes and a picturesque environment, Tezpur has been a treasure house of Assam's cultural heritage. Many famous authors and social activist have been associated with Tezpur, including the Bard of Assam, Dr. Bhupen Hazarika.
Tezpur has played an equally important role in the Indian freedom struggle. It was here that the first tricolour was hoisted atop the British police station. The sacrifice of a young girl Kanaklata has become a topic of folklore today. Tezpur is known today for its University and students from all over north east come here for higher studies.