White snow clad mountain peaks of the great Himalayas, sprawling tea gardens and splendid architectural remnant of the bygone golden era represent the culturally vibrant city of Tezpur. Amidst the picturesque landscape, Tezpur boasts of a rich historical and cultural legacy of Assam that has triggered down to the modern age.

The beautiful city of Tezpur attracts many tourists who are overwhelmed at its natural scenic beauty. Blessed with the bounty of nature, Tezpur reflects the artistic creativity and imaginative skills of the ancient times through the magnificent architectural remnants of the ancient civilization. The splendid structures of Tezpur can truly be said to be the architectural marvels of the state.

Some of the important places of tourist interest that adds to the glory and grandeur of Tezpur are:

Agnigarh- An epitome of love and beauty, the beautiful place of Agnigarh reminds one of the vibrant love between Princess Usha and her lover Aniruddha
The Hazara Pukhuri- Spread over seventy acres of land, the Hazari Pukhuri is one of the biggest lake of Tezpur
Chitralekha Udyan- One of the favorite place of tourists, the Chitralekha Udyan bears relics of the rich architectural past in the midst of nature
Nameri National Park- The Nameri National Park is the home to several rare species of animals and birds like whitewinged wood duck and black beer

Being the nerve center of cultural activities of the state, Tezpur is famous for hosting the Tezpur Festival that reflects the varied and colorful traditions of Assam. The Tezpur Festival draws numerous tourists who are absolutely thrilled with the rich and diverse cultural legacies of Assam.

Last Updated on 10 January 2011