Historical Sites in Assam

Assamese culture is traditionally hybrid and has evolved from an assimilation of ethno-cultural groups in the past. The Kamarupa Kingdom, Varmans, Salastambhas, Palas, the Ahom Dynasty, Koch Kingdom and the Kachari Kingdom have all contributed until the show was eventually hijacked by the Vaishnava movement led by Srimanta Shankardeva. Along with this rich traditional past, the modern Assamese culture is greatly influenced by events in the British, and the post-British independent India. Some common unique cultural traits of Assamese people include respect towards areca-nut and betel leaves, symbolic clothes, traditional silk garments, hospitality and the bamboo culture.

• Porag - Nara Singha Bihu

Also known as the 'Nara Singha Bihu', Porag is a five day long, post-harvest festival mostly observed by the Mising Tribesmen of Assam. During this event, drummers and dancers belonging to one village are invited to perform in another neighboring village where they present their skills to new audiences. Generally consisting of youths, these groups perform songs and dances to their full potential providing a wholesome entertainment and impressing a new gathering at a new venue altogether.

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• Brahmaputra Beach Festival

This scintillating open-air festival is held on the ravine beaches of the mighty Brahmaputra River near the city of Guwahati. Invariably held during the month of January every year, it coincides with 'Magh Bihu', the most prominent harvest festival in Assam. Presented as the confluence of the conventional with the modern representing the culture and traditions within the state of Assam, the Brahmaputra Beach Festival is said to have been inspired by the various dance festivals showcased by many southern states of the Indian sub-continent.

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