Tezpur
Riverside town on the Brahmaputra's north bank with ancient temple ruins, gateway to Nameri and Tawang.
Stop on the way to Tawang or Nameri.
November: Dry, clear; good season
When to go
Things to do
- Agnigarh
- Mahabhairab Temple
- Da Parbatia ruins
- Chitralekha Udyan
- Kolia Bhomora Setu
Top sights
Agnigarh
Hillock tied to the legend of Banasura and Usha, with a spiral stair, sculptures and views over the Brahmaputra.
Bhairabi Temple
Temple to the goddess Bhairavi with carved stones dating to the 9th century and views towards Kolia Bhomora Setu.
Bamuni Hills
Ruins of 9th-10th century temples with fine carvings on a low hill in Tezpur.
Mahabhairab Temple
Shiva temple said to have been founded by king Banasura, rebuilt in concrete; one of the most visited sites in Tezpur.
Da Parbatia Gate
Carved stone door frame of a Gupta-era temple with figures of Ganga and Yamuna, near Tezpur.
Bharali Namghar
Hindu Temple in Bharali, Assam
Da Parbatia
building in India
Mahabhairav Temple
Hindu temple in India
Roman Catholic Diocese of Tezpur
diocese of the Catholic Church in India
Nature and outdoors
Where to eat
Spring Valley
Affordable restaurant chain in Tezpur known for snacks and meals.
Salt & Pepper
Vegetarian restaurant at Chowk Bazaar with a wide range of Indian dishes.
Singpho Shat Gawk
Ketekibari restaurant serving authentic Singpho cuisine.
Madhuban Sweets & Bakery
Popular sweet shop and bakery on MG Road, part of a local chain.
Jyothi's Kitchen
Pure vegetarian restaurant on JN Road open round the clock.
Heritage Tezpur
Restaurant and hotel at Majgaon serving Assamese and Indian food.
KF Restaurant
Multi-cuisine restaurant at Mission Chariali.
Maaihang
Well-decorated restaurant on JN Road with dishes from around the world.
The Silver Spoon
Fine-dining Indian restaurant on JN Road, Kacharigaon.
The Greenwood Restaurant
Restaurant of the Greenwood Hotel at Dekargaon with garden views.
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