Sivasagar Travel Guide

Sivasagar is a beautiful town surrounded by tea gardens. It was the capital of the Ahom kingdom which reigned supremacy for six hundred years before the advent of the British. Sivasagar tourism and travel guide elaborate you everything about heritage city Sivasagar.

Sivasagar, which literally means 'the ocean of Lord Shiva', is a serene place strewn with the tell-tale ruins of a powerful empire. About 369 km from the commercial hub of Assam Guwahati, historical town Sivasagar is located.

Top attractions in Sivasagar

The most remarkable landscape of the town is the 200 years old Rang Ghar, Kareng Ghar and Sivasagar, Garurisagar and Rudrasagar Tank. Sivasagar tank(Barpukhuri) is the largest of all. Three ancient temples the Shivadol, the Vishnudol and the Devidol located on its banks. All three temples were built by Queen Ambika, in the year 1734. The Shivadol is believed to be the tallest Siva Temple in India. International Shivratri festival is held in this temple every year with great pomp and splendor.

Joysagar tank is another large and tranquil man-made tank located in the centre of Sivsagar city. On the banks of Joysagar tank, there are three significant temples - Shivadol, Vishnudol and Devidol are placed. The area surrounding the templae and tank is very calm and peaceful. You can spend a memorable evening there by watching the sunset and strolling around the park.

Travelling on foot is the best way to explore Sivasagar. It is a very calm and serene town away from busy city life. Spending time on the bank of Sivasagar tank or Gauri Sagar tank and visiting Rang Ghar and Kareng Ghar you would fill like a time travel back to the Ahom era. Another important attraction "Charaideo Maidam" also located 30km away from Sivasagar city. Known as "Pyramids of Assam" it was the burial ground of Ahom kings and queens. Maidams are basically hemispherical mounds where kings and queens were buried with all their accessories, foods etc. Today, they are not only a site of historical interest but also a symbol of the region's enduring legacy. The site is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage status.

The "Gorgaon Palace" or "Gorgaon Kareng Ghar" is another architecture marvel located 15 km away from Sibsar city in the small town of Gorgaon. Most buildings of the Ahom kingdom are constructed using some special yellow coloured brick made using the paste of rice, egg and special pulses and they are strong enough to face the harsh weather from 500 years.

If you love nature don't miss visiting Pani Dihing Wildlife Sanctuary situated 22km away from Sivasagar city. It is a bird watcher's paradise where you can see a large number of migratory birds during winter.

Sibsagar tour is indeed a journey back in time where you can feel the essence of the bygone history of Ahom kingdom.

Tourist Attractions in Sivasagar

• Kareng Ghar & Talatal Ghar
• Gargaon Kareng Ghar Or Gargaon Palace
• Rang Ghar
• Charaideo Maidams
• Tai Ahom Museum
• Jaysagar Tank And Temples
• Gaurisagar Tank And Temples
• Rudrasagar Tank And Temples
• Ajan Pir Dargah
• Pani Dihing Wildlife Sanctuary

When to visit Sivasagar

Summer
The summer season starts from the month of May and lasts till September, day temperature ranges between 27°C and 38°C. You can expect a few dazzles of light rain in this season.

Monsoons
The monsoon season begins from the month of April and lasts till September. Rainfall is extensive during July and August and the weather remains humid. The day temperatures range between 31°C and 38°C.

Winter
Winter season start from the month of November and last till February. The minimum temperature ranges from 10°C to 12°C. Maximums stay around 20°C to 24°C. The month of February remains pleasant and comfortable.

Best time to visit Sivasagar

Sivasagar bears very gentle weather round the year. You can visit the city at any time of the year.

How to go to Sivasagar

By Road: You can reach Sibsar by bus from Guwahati, the capital of Assam. Day and night both bus services are available from Guwahati. You can cover the distance in 9 - 8 hrs( 450km). It takes only 2 hrs( 80 km) from Dibrugarh to reach Sibsager.

By Train: Simaluguri Junction is the nearest train head to reach Sivasagar. Various trains are available from Guwahati and Dibrugarh to Simaluguri.

By Air: Dibrugarh and Jorhat airports are the nearest airports to reach Sivasagar.

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