Destination Nagaon

Destination Nagaon, India

Nagaon is a prominent city located in the northeastern state of Assam, India. Known for its rich cultural heritage and scenic beauty, Nagaon offers a blend of historical sites, vibrant markets, and a taste of local Assamese cuisine.

Nagaon

Historical Sites

  1. Bordowa Satra: A significant cultural and religious site founded by Mahapurush Srimanta Sankardeva, the great Vaishnavite saint and social reformer.
  2. Samaguri Satra: Known for its unique mask-making art, this satra is an important cultural center.

Surrounding Cities

  • Guwahati: Approximately 120 km away, Guwahati is the largest city in Assam and a major commercial and educational hub.
  • Tezpur: Located around 80 km from Nagaon, Tezpur is known for its historical ruins and scenic landscapes.
  • Jorhat: About 140 km away, Jorhat is known as the cultural capital of Assam.

Nagaon

Top Hotels

Hotel Blue Bird
  • Address: Near Haibargaon Bazar, Nagaon
  • Amenities: Free Wi-Fi, restaurant, parking, and comfortable rooms.
Hotel Paradise
  • Address: AT Road, Haibargaon, Nagaon
  • Amenities: Multi-cuisine restaurant, conference hall, and room service.
Hotel Galaxy
  • Address: Nagaon-Morigaon Road, Nagaon
  • Amenities: Air-conditioned rooms, banquet facilities, and a restaurant.

Nearest College

  • Nowgong College
    • Address: Kachalukhowa, Nagaon
    • Description: One of the oldest and most prestigious colleges in Assam, offering undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

Shopping Areas

  1. Haibargaon Bazar: The main market area in Nagaon, offering a wide range of products from clothing to electronics.
  2. Itachali Market: Known for its variety of local and traditional items, including Assamese handloom products.

Local Foods

  • Pitha: A traditional Assamese rice cake often made during festivals.
  • Fish Curry: Various fish curries, especially those made with local river fish, are a staple in Nagaon.
  • Assamese Thali: A platter consisting of rice, dal, vegetable dishes, fish or meat curry, and chutneys.

Celebrations

  • Bihu: The most significant festival in Assam, celebrated with much enthusiasm in Nagaon. There are three types of Bihu: Rongali Bihu, Kongali Bihu, and Bhogali Bihu.
  • Durga Puja: Celebrated with grandeur, it includes elaborate pandals and cultural programs.

Population

  • Population: As of the latest census, Nagaon has a population of approximately 147,231 people.

Ranking

  • Rank in India: Nagaon is a mid-sized city in India and holds significant importance in the state of Assam, though it is not among the largest cities in the country.

नागांव, असम का एक प्रमुख शहर, अपनी समृद्ध सांस्कृतिक धरोहर और प्राकृतिक सौंदर्य के लिए जाना जाता है। यहाँ के ऐतिहासिक स्थल, बाज़ार, और स्थानीय असमिया व्यंजन अत्यधिक प्रसिद्ध हैं।

नागांव में देखने और करने लायक चीजें

  • बोर्डोवा सत्र: महापुरुष श्रीमंत शंकरदेव द्वारा स्थापित एक महत्वपूर्ण सांस्कृतिक और धार्मिक स्थल।
  • सामागुरी सत्र: अपनी अद्वितीय मुखौटा बनाने की कला के लिए प्रसिद्ध।

आसपास के शहर

  • गुवाहाटी: लगभग 120 किमी दूर, असम का सबसे बड़ा शहर।
  • तेजपुर: 80 किमी की दूरी पर, ऐतिहासिक खंडहरों और सुंदर दृश्यों के लिए प्रसिद्ध।
  • जोरहाट: 140 किमी दूर, असम की सांस्कृतिक राजधानी के रूप में जाना जाता है।

शीर्ष होटल

  1. होटल ब्लू बर्ड
  2. होटल पैराडाइज
  3. होटल गैलेक्सी

निकटतम कॉलेज

  • नौगाँव कॉलेज

खरीदारी के क्षेत्र

  1. हैबरगाँव बाजार
  2. इटाचाली बाजार

स्थानीय भोजन

  • पीठा
  • मछली करी
  • असमिया थाली

समारोह

  • बिहू
  • दुर्गा पूजा

जनसंख्या

  • जनसंख्या: 1,47,231

रैंकिंग

  • भारत में रैंक: असम में एक महत्वपूर्ण शहर, लेकिन देश के सबसे बड़े शहरों में नहीं है।