Auniati Satra
আউনিআটী সত্ৰ
A large Vaishnavite monastery founded in 1653 with support from the Ahom dynasty. It holds royal relics and ancient manuscripts and is famed for its Parnaga dance and museum.
Auniati is one of Majuli's most renowned satras, founded with support from Ahom king Jayadhwaj Singha. Most of its monks are celibate ascetics. The main hall (namghar) enshrines a statue of Vishnu. A small museum attached to it displays gold and silver objects, ivory carvings, ancient handwritten scriptures and costumes from the Ahom era. At dawn and dusk you can hear chanting and the music of drums and cymbals, and during festivals the Apasara dance is performed. Remove your shoes before entering the main hall, and dress modestly. The museum charges a small admission fee; going in the early afternoon is the safer option. The monastery is about 6 km from Garamur and can be reached by bicycle or hired car.
Opening hours
Approx. 07:00–18:00; museum open by day
Nearby sights
- Natun Kamalabari Satra
- Uttar Kamalabari Satra
- Garamur Satra
- Mising Villages
- Bengenati Satra
- Molai Forest
- Nimati Ghat Ferry
- Samaguri Satra