Jorhat is an important cultural and commercial centre in the state of Assam. The city is famous for having the largest tea gardens in the country. Jorhat had been the last capital of the Ahom dynasty. The ancient monuments and temples of the city reveal its golden antiquity. Also, Jorhat serves as the gateway to the Kaziranga National Park.
Things to do in Jorhat
Wildlife enthusiasts must explore Kaziranga National Park and enjoy a jungle safari. Also, you can visit Hoollongapar Gibbon Wildlife Sanctuary. Take a ferry ride to reach Majuli Island, which is the largest riverine island in the world. Witness the exotic tribal culture in the villages on the island. Have a trip to Tocklai Tea Research Centre, one of the oldest and largest tea research stations in the world. Further, you can explore various tea gardens around the city. Enjoy the spiritual vibes at Dhekiakhowa Bor Namghar. Take a stroll at Raja Maidam.
Tourist attractions in Jorhat
The major attractions in Jorhat include Majuli Island, Hoollongapar Gibbon Wildlife Sanctuary, Dhekiakhowa Bor Namghar, Tocklai Tea Research Centre, Raja Maidam, Nimati Ghat, Sukapha Samannay Kshetra and Thengal Bhawan.
Places to shop in Jorhat
Jorhat is popular for silk sarees, particularly muga, paat and eri silk. Also, you can buy ‘mekhela chador’, traditional Assamese wear. Other items that are worth buying from Jorhat include silk kurtas, suits, ‘gamosa’, ‘xorai’, ‘japi’, traditional jewellery, bell metal showpieces, brassware, wooden crafts, cane handicrafts and paintings. The major shopping hubs in Jorhat include AT Road, Chowk Bazar, Babbu Patty, JPR Road, Garh Ali, Nirmal Chariali, Old Balibat, Bahadur Gaon Bura Path (New Balibat), Kachori Gali, Upahi Ali, KB Road, Marwari Patty and Mitha Pukhuri Road.
Best time to visit
October to March is the best time to visit Jorhat.
Modes of transport
Cycle-rickshaws, auto-rickshaws, rented taxis and daily ferry boats are the common modes of transport in Jorhat.
Weather in Jorhat
From April to June, Jorhat remains hot and humid. The city receives massive rainfall in monsoons from July to September. In winters (November to February), the weather becomes quite pleasant in Jorhat. The minimum temperature during this period occasionally drops below 10 degree Celsius.
Airport in Jorhat
Jorhat Airport (IATA: JRH) is located in Rowriah, about 7 km southwest of the city.