World Largest and World smallest waterway island both are situated in North East India a little outline.

 Majuli, The world largest river island, and Umanada the smallest island of Assam
A  concise trip advise

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The North-Eastern part of India is a region where you can investigate numerous things alongside its popular wildlife, archeological, and tea destinations which are quite popular among locals however seldom known to outcasts. There are such endless spots in the entire North East which conveys an excellent mystery alongside its entrancing magnificence and makes the spot more top choice for the traveler to visit.

Today, I will share subtleties of two such places situated in Assam which are referred to not only for their magnificence but also depict an excellent mystery for the guests from one side of the planet to the other.

1. Majuli:-💬💬 

About:

Basically "Majuli" is a waterway island in the Brahmaputra River of (Assam) which had a space of around 880 square kilometers i.e (340 sq mi) at the start of the twentieth century. But due to the nonstop disintegration of its numerous sites, it has now just 352 sq km i.e (136 sq mi) left as indicated by the last report published in 2014. A significant segment of the island is framed by the Brahmaputra River in the south and the Kherkutia Xuti an anabranch of the Brahmaputra, joined by the Subansiri River in the north.

Island was primarily framed because of the changes by the stream Brahmaputra and its feeders, mostly Lohit. Majuli is the habitation of the Assamese neo-Vaishnavite culture. The connectivity to this island is very effective from the major city like Guwahati and Jorhat. 

From Jorhat to Majuli it has an approx. distance of 20 km and one can take the vehicle or recruit a taxi to the Nimati Steamer Ghat from where ferry services ply. Anyway from Guwahati (The Main city of Assam), it is around 300 to 400 km away to reach the destination.

🙎Few Pictures of Majuli:

👉Picture Details: Pictures shows the climate of different "Satras" and the unique residential hut made with grass rooftops and wooden floor.

👍Photo Credit: Mr. Paragjyoti Sharma 

💬💬A little History (Majuli):

In the beginning, the island was a long and narrow piece of land in the middle of two parallel rivers i.e Brahmaputra in the north and Burhidihing in the south until they met at Lakhu. In the period of 1661-1696, frequent earthquakes set the stage for a catastrophic flood in 1750 which was continued for 15 days as mentioned in the historical texts and as a result of this flood, part of the Brahmaputra discharged southward into what was the Burhidihing' lower channel and Majuli island was formed.

👉A few realities that you will love to know about Majuli:

1. Majuli has been the cultural capital of Assamese civilization since the 16th century based on the written records describing the visit of Srimanta Sankardeva ( The Creator of  Vaishnavism in Assam and a social reformer of the 16th century).

2. It was additionally administered by the British till the freedom of India (1947).

3. Ancient name was "Majoli" and now call "Majuli".

4. As of 2016 it is known as the world's biggest river island.

5. After the "Manikanchan Sanjog" of loved Assamese holy person Srimanta Sankardeva and his disciple Madhavdeva 65 Satras were set in Majuli at first however just 22 out of 65 of the first Satras are operational at this point. 

6. Out of six hundred and sixty-five original Satra's in Assam sixty-five were situated only in Majuli.

7. In the 15th century the first Satra was founded by Srimanta Sankardeva at Belguri,( Majuli).

8. These Satra's offers guest accommodation where devotees and visitors not only take part in the worship of Vishnu and Krishna but also watch traditional "Bhaona" performances.

9. As of now principle enduring Satra's are-"Auni-ati, Dakhinpat, Garamur, Samaguri, Bengena-ati, Narashingha Satras, Bihimpur Satara, and Natun Kamalabari."

👊What is there to investigate by vacationer:

• The Vaishnava Satras founded by Sankardeva.

• The colorful culture of the tribes.

• Migratory birds.

• The Ali-ai-ligang festival in Feb–March.

• Pottery Making.

• Mask Making

• Paal Namm festival at the end of winter.

• Namoni Majuli.

• Folgu Utsav (Holi).

• Madhya Majuli.

• Ujoni Majuli.

• Homespun masks crafts.

• Porag Utsav.

• Handmade Mekhla Chadar.

• Popular Raas Festival.

• Many Birdwatching sites like-" The South East and South West Island, Sakuli Beel, Magurmari Beel and Verki Beel, etc."

👉NB: The best time to visit Majuli is November to March.

2. Umanada:-💬💬 

About:

Umanada is again a waterway island situated in the stream Brahmaputra. This island is easily approachable by coming to Kachari Ghat Guwahati/Assam. It is known as the most diminutive riverine island in the world. On this island, a sanctuary of Lord Shiva is found which is known as  "Umanada Temple". The mountain on which the temple has been built is known as "Bhasmacala". It was built in1694CE by the Bar Phukan Garhganya Handique as requested by the master Gadadhar Singha (1681-1696) which was one of the ablest and most grounded rulers of the Ahom dynasty. Yet, later it was broken down in a tremor in 1897 however was again reconstructed by a rich local merchant who chose to inscribe the interior part of a Siva temple with Vaisnavite slogans.

🙎Few Pictures of Umananda:

👉Picture Details: Glimpse of the world's smallest river island Umanada and Umanda Temple.

🙏Mythological Beliefs about Umananda :

Peoples believe that in ancient times, Lord Siva dwelled here as Bhayananda. As indicated by the Kalika Purana, at the start of the creation Siva sprinkled remains (bhasma) at this spot and conferred information to Parvati (his partner). It is said that, when Siva was in contemplation on this hillock, Kamadeva interfered with his yoga and was subsequently scorched to cinders by the fire of Siva's outrage and consequently the hillock got the name Bhasmacala. 

This mountain is likewise called Bhasmakuta. The Kalika Purana expresses that Urvasikunda is arranged here and here dwells the goddess Urvasi who brings Amrit (nectar) for the delight in Kamakhya and subsequently the island got the name Urvasi Island.

A few facts that you will love to know about Umananda:

1. The name 'Umananda' comes from the two Hindi words, namely 'Uma', which was another name for Lord Shiva’s wife, and 'Ananda' which means happiness.

2. Umanada is the world smallest river island and also known as "Peacock Island"

3. It is believed that worship here on the Amavasya day when it falls on Monday brings the highest bliss. The Siva Chaturdasi is the most colorful festival that is held here annually. Many devotees come to the temple on this occasion for the worship of the deity.

👊What is there to investigate by vacationer:

• You can take the ropeway ride or can take the extravagance private/govt ship facilities to show up at the island.
•  Fill your heart with joy by the worship of  Lord Shiva and many Hindu Gods and Goddesses.
• You can enjoy the heavenly environmental factors of the sanctuary and the outside air going over the Brahmaputra River, which makes the island like a  haven for nature lovers.
• You may also enjoy the "Tandoori Chai" at the closest eatery on the island.

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