Dighalipukhuri
দিঘলীপুখুৰী
A rectangular historic pond in the city center, said to date back to the age of the Mahabharata, now a city park for boating and strolling.
Dighalipukhuri is a rectangular artificial lake in the city center, just north of the Assam State Museum. Legend holds that it was dug by an ancient king named Bagadatta for his daughter's wedding. During the Ahom dynasty, it was used as a naval dock. Today, shaded by trees, the pond has walking paths, benches and boating facilities. Libraries, schools and colonial-era buildings surround it, and it is a favorite place for locals to relax. Entry is free, but boating costs extra. It is a good spot to combine with the museum and the riverbank at Ujan Bazar for a half-day walking tour of the city center.
Opening hours
About 06:00–20:00
Nearby sights
- Assam State Museum
- Brahmaputra River Cruise
- Umananda Island (Peacock Island)
- Fancy Bazaar
- Navagraha Temple
- Assam State Zoo cum Botanical Garden
- Kamakhya Temple
- Srimanta Sankardev Kalakshetra