The Glorious Heritage of Majuli Satras

Bhogpur Satra : 

Bhogpur Satra famous for Paalnaam and Bhaona  has an assortment of ancient Assamese artifacts, utensils, jewellery and handicraft.

Source:  Government Of Assam ,  Department Of Tourism website  

Auniati Satra  

Founded by Niranjan Pathakdeva, the Satra is famous for "Paalnaam" and Apsara dances. Also remarkable is it's extensive assortment of ancient artefacts, Assamese old utensils, jewellery and handicrafts.

Source:  Government Of Assam ,  Department Of Tourism website  

Dakhinpat Satra 

Founded by Banamalidev, an exponent of Raasleela, which is now observed as one of the main festivals of Assam. During Rasotsava several thousand devotees visit these holy Satras  every year.

Source:  Government Of Assam ,  Department Of Tourism website  

Garmur Satra

Founded by Lakshmikantadeva. During the end of Autumn, traditional Raasleela (co-acting) is shown with great enthusiasm. Some ancient weapons called "Bortop" (canons) are preserved here. 

Source:  Government Of Assam ,  Department Of Tourism website  

Kamalabari Satra 

Founded by Bedulapadma Ata, it is a centre of art, culture, literature and classical studies. The finest boats on the island are made here. It's branch, Uttar Kamalabari Satra, has showcased the Satria Art in several states of India and abroad.

Source:  Government Of Assam ,  Department Of Tourism website  

Source:  Government Of Assam ,  Department Of Tourism website  

Bengenaati Satra 

It is a storehouse of antiques of cultural importance and an advanced centre of performing art. Muraridev, the grand son of Sankardeva's step mother founded this Satra. The royal robes belonging to the Ahom king Swargadeo Gadadhar Singha, is preserved here.  

Source:  Government Of Assam ,  Department Of Tourism website  

Samaguri Satra 

The satra is famous worldwide for it's Mask-making tradition. The best time to visit Majuli is during the Raas festival in November. Auni-ati, famous for Paalnaam and Apsara dance, has an assortment of ancient Assamese artifacts, utensils, jewellery and handicraft. 

Source:  Government Of Assam ,  Department Of Tourism website  

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