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Bamuni Hills Tezpur

Bamuni Hills is located in Tezpur on the right side of the Brahmaputra River. It is one of the best places to visit for archeology enthusiasts and nature lovers. You can enjoy the panoramic views, cool breezes, calm atmosphere, and vibe of ancient times. This hill is known to have preserved relics, artifacts, and ruins of ancient monuments in abundance.

Currently, the area is under the Archaeological Study of India (ASI). They have predicted that the ruins found on and around the hill date back to the 9th to the 10th century AD. Moreover, the architecture and carving on the walls of these ruins have shown similarities to those of the Gupta Period. Although the temples here are believed to have been built during the Pala Period, nothing is said with certainty.

Exploring the entire Bamuni Hills and clicking pictures of the stone figures and sculptures is what has always engaged visitors here. Thriving with massive flora, Bamuni Hills is a beautiful place due to the abundance of natural beauty and serenity. People visiting Tezpur often take out time and visit here.

Bamuni Hills Legend

As per Hindu mythology, the nephew of Lord Krishna named Aniruddha fell in love with the daughter of Banasura. She disapproved of this match, and Aniruddha was prisoned at this hill.

Bamuni Hills History

Bana was a powerful king and a devotee of Shiva. When Lord Krishna came to rescue Aniruddha, a war was called by King Bana. Shiva came to join the king in that war, which was called Hari-Har Yuddha in history. Today, the ruins are preserved and maintained by the Archeological Survey of India.

Best Time to Visit Bamuni Hills Assam

People visit the Bamuni Hills Assam during the spring or late autumn season because that’s the time when this place becomes mesmerizing, beautiful, and astonishing. Between July and September, the temperature remains pleasant and helps the explorers carry out the excursion easily.

How to Reach Bamuni Hills

Bamuni Hills are not that far from Sonitpur. The distance from Sonitpur to BamuniHills is approx. 10 km and takes around 25 to 30 minutes to reach. You can take rental taxis from Saloni to directly reach the ruins. Auto rickshaws and cabs are also available at Rangapara North station, from where you will reach Bamuni HIlls in a few minutes.

Places to visit Around Bamuni Hills

After witnessing the beautiful stone figures and rock sculptures, you can explore places near Bamuni Hills.

Here are some of the top places to visit near Bamuni Hills -

  • Agnigarh (2.5 km)
  • Padum Pukhuri (3.5 km)
  • Bhairabi Mandir (600 m)
  • Mahabhairab Temple (3.9 km)
  • Bhomoraguri Historical Stone (10.9 km)

 Visit this place during your Tezpur tour to explore the ancient ruins and admire the artistic architecture. We provide the customizable Tezpur tour package that will give you the best of this beautiful town of Assam.

 

Frequently Asked Questions about Bamuni Hills

Q: Where is Bamuni Hills situated?

Ans. Bamuni Hills is located in the northeastern state of Assam. They are situated on the right side of the Brahmaputra River in Tezpur in the Sonitpur district.

Q: How many temples are there in Bamuni Hills?

Ans. It is said that there was a Vishnu Temple in the middle with four Shiva Temples in four corners of this hill. Today, you can see the ruins of the temples. There is also an isolated temple on the northeastern side.

Q: Why is Bamuni Hill famous?

Ans. Bamuni Hills are known for their excellent artistic work. The sculptures you see here date back to the 9th and 10th centuries AD.


 




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